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Dhondas Coconut Rice Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 1 cup grated coconut
- 1/2 cup grated jaggery
- 1/4 cup ghee
- 1/4 cup cashews
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 cups water

Special Equipment Needed:
- Pressure cooker

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Rinse the rice in cold water and soak it for 30 minutes.
2. In a pressure cooker, add the soaked rice, grated coconut, grated jaggery, ghee, cashews, raisins, cardamom powder, salt, and water.
3. Close the lid of the pressure cooker and cook on high heat until one whistle.
4. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 5 minutes.
5. Turn off the heat and let the pressure release naturally.
6. Open the lid and fluff the rice with a fork.
7. Serve hot.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- High heat for pressure cooking
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 6g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Jaggery can be substituted with brown sugar.
- Cashews and raisins can be substituted with any nuts and dried fruits of your choice.

Variations:
- Add some saffron strands for a more aromatic flavor.
- Use coconut milk instead of grated coconut for a creamier texture.

Tips and Tricks:
- Soaking the rice before cooking helps to make it fluffy.
- Use a fork to fluff the rice instead of a spoon to prevent it from getting mushy.

Storage Instructions:
- Store the leftover rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating Instructions:
- Reheat the rice in a microwave or on the stovetop with a little bit of water.

Presentation Ideas:
- Serve the rice in a bowl or on a plate.
- Garnish with some chopped nuts and dried fruits.

Garnishes:
- Chopped nuts and dried fruits.

Pairings:
- Serve with some spicy curry or dal.

Suggested Side Dishes:
- Papadum
- Raita

Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the rice is too dry, add a little bit of water and reheat it.
- If the rice is too mushy, reduce the amount of water next time.

Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to cook the rice properly to avoid any foodborne illnesses.

Food History:
- Dhondas Coconut Rice is a traditional Indian sweet rice dish that is usually served during festivals and special occasions.

Flavor Profiles:
- Sweet, nutty, and aromatic.

Serving Suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert or a sweet side dish.

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Taste: Creamy, Coconutty, Sweet, Savory, Aromatic