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COCONUT MILK RICE FROM SRI LANKA traditional KIRIBATH for prosperity, luck and happiness

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Kiribath

Cultural Context

Kiribath, or 'milk rice', is a traditional Sri Lankan dish often served during celebrations and auspicious occasions. Made with rice and coconut milk, it symbolizes prosperity and is commonly enjoyed during the Sinhala and Tamil New Year. Today, Kiribath is cherished not only in Sri Lanka but also among the Sri Lankan diaspora worldwide, often paired with spicy sambols or curries.

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4 servings
Servings4
2 cups rice
1 cup coconut milk
2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons sugar
3 pandan leaves
1 stick cinnamon
4 cardamom pods

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

1

Rinse rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

2

Combine rice, water, and salt in a pot.

3

Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low.

4

Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.

5

In a separate saucepan, heat coconut milk with pandan leaves, cinnamon, and cardamom until fragrant.

6

Remove pandan leaves and spices from the coconut milk.

7

Add the coconut milk to the cooked rice and stir to combine.

8

Cook on low heat for an additional 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

9

Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes to firm up.

10

Transfer to a serving dish and shape as desired.

11

Serve warm, optionally with sugar or jaggery.

Allergens

coconut

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