Once upon a time, Princess Coconut was lonely. She had spent long hours at her window, overlooking the kingdom with a sigh.
And then, at the Winter Ball, she met him: Kalijira, the Prince of Rice.
Delicate, flavorful, from a good family, and nutritious: How could her parents disapprove?
From Bangladesh, Kalijira (known as "The Prince of Rice") is an heirloom rice with miniature long grains. In its brown variety, the kernels cook in just 25 minutes, with a gentle nutty flavor and fluffy texture.
And you wouldn't want to keep Coconut and Kalijira apart. Cook the rice in a mixture of half-coconut milk and half-water. Then add a handful of cashews and chopped cilantro, and serve.
In Bangladesh, Kalijira is reserved for special occasions, but you can eat it as often as you like. It's a meal fit for a king. Or a couple of happy young royals.
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