Burmese Coconut Rice Recipe

1. 1

   Bring the lowfat milk to a boil and add in the shredded coconut.

2. 2

   Remove form the heat and let it stand, covered, for 1 hour.

3. 3

   Mix the rice and onions and fry together in the heated oil for about 3 min.

4. 4

   Add in this mix to the lowfat milk and coconut and add in the salt.

5. 5

   Mix well and bring to a boil.

6. 6

   Reduce the heat, cover, and let simmer over low heat for 30 min, or possibly till the rice has absorbed all of the liquid.

7. 7

   If the mix becomes too dry before the rice is soft, add in a little of the extra coconut lowfat milk; heat the lowfat milk before adding, but don't let it boil.

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   To Make Good Curries by Helen Lawson

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.