Bring the authentic flavours of South India to your kitchen with this delicious Coconut Rice Recipe. Made with fragrant rice, freshly grated coconut, crunchy peanuts, and aromatic Indian spices, this comforting dish is quick to prepare and perfect for lunch, dinner, lunchboxes, or festive occasions.
Whether you're looking for a light weekday meal or a traditional South Indian favourite, Coconut Rice is a wholesome recipe that's ready in under 30 minutes and pairs beautifully with pickle, papad, or coconut chutney.
Using premium pantry essentials from India Bazaar, you can recreate this restaurant-style South Indian classic right at home.
The Essential Ingredients
- 🛒 India Gate Sona Masoori Rice
- 🛒 IB Exclusive Mustard Seeds
- 🛒 IB Pure Turmeric Powder (Optional for colour)
- 🛒 IB Peanuts
- 🥥 Fresh grated coconut
- 🌶️ Green chillies
- 🍃 Fresh curry leaves
- 🧂 Salt
- 🫒 Cooking oil or ghee
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 2 cups cooked Sona Masoori Rice
- 1 cup freshly grated coconut
- 2 tbsp cooking oil or ghee
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- ¼ cup peanuts
- 2 green chillies, finely sliced
- 10–12 curry leaves
- ½ tsp turmeric powder (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Fresh coriander for garnish
Step-by-Step Recipe
Cook the Sona Masoori Rice and allow it to cool completely so the grains remain fluffy and separate.
Heat oil or ghee in a pan. Add mustard seeds and allow them to splutter.
Add peanuts and sauté until golden and crunchy.
Stir in the green chillies and curry leaves, cooking until fragrant.
If desired, add a small pinch of turmeric powder for a beautiful golden colour.
Add the freshly grated coconut and cook for 1–2 minutes without browning it.
Gently fold in the cooked rice and season with salt. Mix everything carefully until the rice is evenly coated.
Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot.
Serving Suggestions
Coconut Rice tastes even better when served with:
- 🥥 Coconut Chutney
- 🥒 Cucumber Raita
- 🥭 Mango Pickle
- 🍘 Crispy Papad
- 🥔 Potato Fry
Pro Cooking Tips
- ✔ Use cooled rice to prevent the grains from becoming sticky.
- ✔ Freshly grated coconut delivers the best flavour and texture.
- ✔ Roast the peanuts until crisp for extra crunch.
- ✔ A little ghee enhances the authentic South Indian aroma.
- ✔ Add roasted cashews for a festive variation.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- ✅ Ready in under 30 minutes
- ✅ Perfect for lunchboxes
- ✅ Naturally vegetarian
- ✅ Full of authentic South Indian flavours
- ✅ Great for busy weekdays
- ✅ Easy to make with everyday pantry ingredients
🛒 Shop the Ingredients
🛒 India Gate Sona Masoori Rice
🛒 IB Exclusive Mustard Seeds
🛒 IB Peanuts
🛒 IB Pure Turmeric Powder
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