"Recipe of the Day, Week No: 45: (MILK RICE)”

Hello chefs,

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So hope you are doing well and as usual I am here with another srilankan traditional recipe for my food lovers around the world.

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MILK RICE

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Milk rice, which is considered to be another national food of Sri Lanka, is considered a divine food that our ancestors bequeathed to protect the health of future generations.

Sri Lankans consider milk rice as a symbol of prosperity and at the beginning of any auspicious activity they start the work by making and eating milk rice and this is indeed a healthy and nutritious food.

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INGREDIENTS

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• Raw rice - 400g
• Cups of condensed coconut milk - 03
• Salt - 02 teaspoons
• Cups of water - 03

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METHOD

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Step 01

• First, wash the raw rice well and put it in the rice cooker.

• Then add water until the rice is covered and cook this raw rice as you normally cook rice.

• Then put this rice in another bowl and add coconut milk to it.

• Then mix it well and add some salt.
  Then stir occasionally until the curd is removed from the stove on low flame.

• After about 15 minutes, all the milk has evaporated and the curd is mixed, remove it from the heat.
  Now thin this milk rice on a board or plate and cut it into pieces as you like.

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Nutrition value ( per 200 g)

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• Saturated Fat 2.4g
• Cholesterol 16mg
• Total Carbohydrate 50g
• Dietary Fiber 0.6g
• Protein 10g
• Vitamin D 2.2mcg
• Calcium 266mg
• Iron 2.1mg
• Potassium 368mg

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Health Benefits

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• The combination of rice and milk in this diet provides a balanced diet due to carbohydrates, proteins and fats. Rice is a good source of energy. Milk provides essential nutrients like calcium, vitamin D and protein.

• Rice is easily digestible, making it a good option for those with sensitive stomachs. When paired with milk, it can be a good food choice, especially for people recovering from illness.

• The combination in this food provides a quick source of energy. It is perfect for breakfast and the carbohydrates in rice and protein in milk help maintain energy levels throughout the day.

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THANK YOU..

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