Kavuni Rice Porridge

Ingredients(serves 2 bowls)

• Black Kavuni Rice
  0.5 cup

  soaked overnight

• water
  3 cups
• coconut milk or whole milk
  1 cup
• honey or jaggery
  2 tbsp

  to taste

• cardamom powder
  0.25 tsp
• salt
  1 pinch
• toasted sesame seeds
  1 tbsp

  optional garnish

Method

1. 1

   Soak and rinse

   Rinse the Kavuni Rice several times until water runs lightly purple. Soak in cold water overnight (minimum 8 hours). Drain and discard soaking water.

2. 2

   Cook the porridge base

   Add the drained rice and 3 cups of water to a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low, partially cover, and cook for 25–30 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes. The grains should be completely soft and the liquid should be thick and porridge-like.

   Tip: Add an extra half cup of water if the porridge becomes too thick before the rice is fully cooked.
3. 3

   Finish with milk and sweetener

   Stir in the coconut milk (or whole milk), a pinch of salt, and your sweetener of choice. Cook on low for a further 3–5 minutes, stirring constantly, until smooth and creamy. Add cardamom powder and stir through.

4. 4

   Serve

   Ladle into bowls. Top with toasted sesame seeds if using, and a small drizzle of extra coconut milk or honey for presentation. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Approximate values per serving. For guidance only.

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