Traditional Maharashtrian Narali Bhaat Recipe (Sweetened Coconut Rice) Recipe
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Traditional Maharashtrian Narali Bhaat Recipe (Sweetened Coconut Rice) Recipe

Learn how to prepare Traditional Maharashtrian Narali Bhaat Recipe (Sweetened Coconut Rice) Recipe with this simple recipe. Perfect for Lunch and ideal for Maharashtrian Recipes lovers....

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20 Min Prep

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30 Min Cook

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4 Servings

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Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Basmati rice
  • 3/4 cup Fresh coconut - grated
  • 3/4 cup Jaggery - grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon Saffron strands
  • 9-10 Cloves (Laung)
  • 4 tablespoons Ghee
  • 2 cups Water
  • 1/4 cup Mixed nuts - chopped (raisins

Instructions

1
To begin making the Maharashtrian Narali Bhaat preparation guide, first wash the rice thoroughly, strain the liquid and keep it aside for 45 mins.In a small cooking vessel, mildly hot 1 tablespoon ghee and saute the dehydrated fruits and nuts for 2-3 mins on low bring to temperature until they turn golden and are roasted.
2
Remove the roasted nuts from scalding ghee and set aside until later use.In a nonstick cooking vessel or heavy-bottomed cooking vessel thaw 3 tablespoons of ghee on a low bring to temperature.
3
introduce the cloves and saute for 3-4 mins.When they puff up and get scented, introduce the washed rice and toss it well until the grains are well coated with ghee.Next, transfer in the liquid, the saffron strands and bring the rice to a brisk heat to boiling point.
4
Once the rice comes to a brisk heat to boiling point, turn the bring to temperature to low and seal the cooking vessel.
5
make the rice until all the liquid is absorbed. Meanwhile, introduce the jaggery and coconut to a small saucepan and place it on low to medium bring to temperature.
6
Allow the jaggery to thaw. Once the jaggery melts, transfer the jaggery and coconut mixture to the cooked rice and incorporate thoroughly, taking care not to break the grains.
7
You can use a fork and gently incorporate at this stage, to fluff up the grains.seal the cooking vessel and make once again on a low bring to temperature for 4-5 mins more.
8
Transfer the Narali Bhaat to a serving mixing bowl and accentuate it with the roasted nuts.The Maharashtrian Narali Bhaat is now ready to be served as a festive dish.

Recipe Information

Cuisine
Maharashtrian Recipes
Course
Lunch
Diet
Vegetarian
Total Time
50 mins

Recipe Time chart

Preparation Time

20 mins

Cooking Time

30 mins

Total Time

50 mins
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