Vishu Kanji – Kerala Coconut Rice Porridge

Vishu Kanji – Kerala Coconut Rice Porridge

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Traditional Kerala Vishu Kanji: a comforting rice porridge with coconut and cumin, perfect for celebrating the Vishu festival. Easy and flavorful!

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Ingredients

  • Raw rice: 1/2 cup
  • Water: 5 cups (adjust as needed for consistency)
  • Grated coconut: 1/2 cup (fresh or frozen)
  • Cumin seeds: 1 tsp
  • Dry ginger powder (chukku powder): 1/4 tsp (optional, for mild warmth)
  • Salt – to taste
  • Jaggery or sugar – as desired (optional, if you want a slightly sweet touch)
  • Coconut oil: 1 tsp (optional, for flavor)
  • Curry leaves – a few (optional, for aroma)

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