SRI LANKAN YELLOW RICE (KAHA BATH)

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Taken from a Charmaine Solomon recipe (The Complete Asian Cookbook), goes wonderfully with Sri Lankan Chicken curry (Kukl Mas Curry) recipe number 268510

Provided by Lou van

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups long grain rice
4 tablespoons ghee
2 medium onions, finely sliced
6 cloves
20 black peppercorns
12 cardamom pods, bruised
1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric
3 1/2 teaspoons salt
12 curry leaves
1 stalk dried lemon grass
5 cups coconut milk (approx)

Steps:

  • Wash rice and drain thoroughly.
  • Heat ghee in a large saucepan, add onion and fry until it begins to turn golden brown.
  • Add cloves, peppercorns,cardamom pods, turmeric, salt, curry leaves and lemon grass.
  • Add rice and fry, stirring constantly (ensure each grain is coated), for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add coconut milk and bring to the boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover and cook for 20-25 mins without lifting the lid.
  • Test the rice and cook for slightly longer if needed.
  • When cooked the spices will have come to the top.
  • Remove spices and leaves used for flavouring and fluff up the rice lightly with a fork.
  • Serve hot.

Hammad Rathore
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This rice is the perfect side dish for a curry dinner. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Lolo Toty
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I've never had Sri Lankan yellow rice before, but this recipe was a great introduction. It's so flavorful and aromatic.


numan muneer
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This rice is so delicious and easy to make. I highly recommend it.


Somant Yadav
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


thubelihle sithole
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I love making this rice for special occasions. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Darlynn Harris
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This rice is a great way to add some color and flavor to your next meal.


SMedia PAK
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I'm not a huge fan of yellow rice, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and fluffy.


Kalayiah Mitchell
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This rice is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the addition of the coconut milk.


Esmael Cheikh Ali
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a winner. It's a great way to use up leftover rice.


Mujahid Shabir Lashari
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This rice is the perfect side dish for any curry. It's flavorful and filling.


Pubgmobile Pro
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


fondzenso peter
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This rice was so good! I loved the combination of spices and the yellow color was beautiful.


dizzy dreams
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I've been looking for a good Sri Lankan yellow rice recipe, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Estrella Mendez
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This Sri Lankan yellow rice recipe was a hit with my family! The rice was perfectly cooked and flavorful, and the spices gave it a wonderful aroma.