Andhra hot coconut rice

6 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4eachesDried red New Mexico chiles, stems removed, crushed
4eachesFresh jalapeno or serrano chiles, stems removed, finely chopped
2cupsFreshly grated coconut
2cupsCooked rice
1teaspoonSalt
1teaspoonMustard seeds
2teaspoonsPeanuts
2teaspoonsCashews
½cupVegetable oil

Directions

several fresh whole red and green chiles for garnish Roast the coconut in a dry frying pan until it is golden brown, then mix in the rice and salt. Set aside. Heat the oil and fry the mustard seeds, peanuts, and cashews, but take care they do not burn. Pour the seasoning mixture over the rice and coconut, and mix well. Garnish with the whole red and green chiles. Serves: 6-8. Heat scale: Hot.

ANDHRA HOT COCONUT RICE