Steam a cup of white rice by adding a pinch of salt to the water
When the rice is done, turn off the heat and transfer it to a serving bowl
Now heat a small pan with a tbsp of oil (medium-high)
Once the oil is hot, add all the ingredients listed under 'for tempering'
Let them splutter for 10 seconds or so; and then reduce the heat.
Now add 1/2 cup of freshly grated coconut or store bought coconut flakes to the tempered ingredients in the pan and toast until it turns golden brown
Now add all the ingredients in the pan to the steamed white rice and mix thoroughly. Add 1/4 tsp of freshly ground black pepper (optional)
Serve immediately with something crispy like potato chips or papadams; or home made mango pickles!
