HOW TO COOK PERFECT CURRY RICE | Step by step guide to cook the perfect curry rice

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: curry paste

Curry paste can be more affordable and offers similar flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu is a healthier protein alternative, while pork can be less expensive.

Add 1 tablespoon of coconut oil into the pot.

Add a little bit of onion and fry until translucent and fragrant.

Add 1 teaspoon of curry powder and 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric powder, stir for about 30 seconds until it blooms.

Transfer washed jasmine rice into the mixture and mix until every grain picks up the color.

Add a pinch of salt to taste (optional).

Allow the rice to toast for about 1 to 2 minutes.

Add water (or chicken stock/coconut milk) to steam the rice, adjusting the amount based on desired texture.

Allow the water to evaporate for about 10 minutes, then mix the rice to ensure even cooking.

Cover with foil or parchment paper, lower the heat, and steam for 10 to 15 minutes.

After 15 minutes, fluff the rice with a fork to avoid breaking the grains.

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