Coconut Rice

Directions

Presoak rice for an hour and then rinse well, pick out the dirt.

Heat ghee in a heavy pot and sauté cumin until brown.

Add turmeric, cloves, peppercorns and cardamom.

Stir for about a minute.

Stir in coconut.

Sauté until golden. Add rice and continue sautéing, over medium heat for 2 minutes.

Pour in water, add salt, bring to a boil, lower heat, cover and cook for about 20 minutes, until the water has evaporated and the rice is cooked.

Garnish with cashews, raisins and almonds.

Serve with any main curry.