Prepare fluffy South Indian coconut rice, aka thengai sadam, for a quick yet flavourful side dish. I use dried shredded coconut rather than fresh to save time! Note – This recipe has been updated from ...

In most parts of India, coconut is a decoration; a grating over halwa, a garnish on kheer. But in the southern states, it’s the spine of cooking. Curries don’t just use coconut; they are built on it.