* 2 tablespoons Basmati rice
* 300ml water
* 1 Clove
* A pinch of Turmeric
* Salt
* ½ teaspoon Cumin seeds
* 6 White peppercorns
* 3 or more Dried Bird's eye chillies
* 6 Cardamom pods
* 30g whole Almonds, skins intact
* 30g fresh Coconut
* 900ml Chicken stock
* 350g mixed, Diced Vegetables, such as Carrots, Parsnips, Celery or Onions

===Method===
* Boil the Rice in the water with the Clove, Turmeric and a little Salt, until just cooked.
* Add the Chicken stock and Vegetables, then bring to the Boil.
* Simmer, half-covered for 30-40 minutes.
* Stir in the Rice (with any remaining water) and adjust seasoning if necessary.

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