Rice Payasam with Palm Sugar and Bananas

The simplicity of this recipe allows you to add almost any type of fresh fruits, dried fruits or nuts you fancy, and the result is a delightful “comfort” food at its best.

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Serves: 3
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 50 minutes

Comments:
To adjust the level of pudding thickness, just add more milk for a watery consistency or more rice (just a few grains as the rice will expand) for a thicker consistency.

Ingredients:
1/2 cup basmati rice, soaked in water for 10 minutes
2 cups milk
2 ¼ cups thin coconut milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup palm sugar, chopped
1/2 cup water
2 bananas, sliced

Directions:
1. Combine 1/3 of palm sugar and water, and cook over low heat until sugar melts into a syrup. Set aside.
2. Combine rice, milk and coconut milk in a pot and bring to boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low, partially covered, and simmer, stirring frequently for approximately 40 minutes, or until rice is very soft and pudding is thick.
3. Add remaining palm sugar and salt to pudding mixture, and stir until sugar melts.
4. Serve pudding warm, with drizzled palm syrup and sliced bananas.

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