Kiribath (Milk Rice)

Method

• step 1

  Place the rice in a saucepan with the water, bring to the boil then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Drain any remaining water.

• step 2

  Add the coconut milk and salt , mix well then cover the pan and continue to simmer gently until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is very soft and creamy.

• step 3

  Allow to cool a little then transfer to a wide shallow serving dish and flatten down into a compact shallow oblong shape then cut into diamond or square shapes