Malabar Pidi

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Ingredients

1 cup	rice flour
2 cups	water
1 cup	grated coconut
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1 teaspoon	salt
1 cup	coconut milk
2 tablespoons	coconut oil
1	onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon	mustard seeds
2 sprigs	curry leaves
2 cloves	garlic, minced
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder

Instructions

1. 1 In a large pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil and add salt to taste.
2. 2 Gradually add the rice flour to the boiling water, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
3. 3 Cook the mixture on low heat until it thickens and forms a dough-like consistency.
4. 4 Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Knead the dough until smooth.
5. 5 Shape the dough into small, marble-sized balls (pidis) and set aside.
6. 6 In a pan, heat coconut oil and add mustard seeds. Allow them to splutter.
7. 7 Add the chopped onion, curry leaves, and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion turns golden brown.
8. 8 Add turmeric powder and red chili powder, and sauté for another minute.
9. 9 Add the grated coconut and cumin seeds to the pan and mix well.
10. 10 Pour in the coconut milk and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
11. 11 Add the prepared rice balls to the coconut milk mixture and cook on low heat for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend and the balls to cook through.
12. 12 Serve the Malabar Pidi hot, garnished with additional curry leaves if desired.