Name: Kanika (Mild Sweet Rice, Small)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Odia
Ingredients: 3/4 cup brown basmati rice; 1.5 cups water; 1 tsp olive oil; 1/2 tsp cumin seeds; 1 bay leaf; 2 cloves; 1 small piece cinnamon stick; 2 green cardamom pods; 1/4 tsp stevia powder; 2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk; 1 tbsp chopped almonds; 1 tbsp chopped cashews; 1 tbsp raisins (unsweetened); pinch salt

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Rinse the brown basmati rice until water runs clear, then soak for 10 minutes.
2
Drain rice and set aside.
3
In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat, add cumin seeds, bay leaf, cloves, cinnamon, and cardamom; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4
Add the drained rice and stir to coat with spices for 1 minute.
5
Add water, a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes until rice is tender and water absorbed.
6
Turn off heat, fluff rice with a fork.
7
Stir in stevia powder and almond milk; mix gently.
8
Garnish with chopped almonds, cashews, and raisins. Serve warm.

*Pro Tips

1
Use brown basmati rice for lower glycemic index than white rice.
2
Soak rice to reduce cooking time and improve texture.
3
Adjust stevia to taste; avoid adding extra sugar.

Why It's Diabetic-Friendly

Brown basmati rice provides fiber and a lower glycemic load; stevia adds sweetness without raising blood glucose; nuts add healthy fats and protein, slowing carbohydrate absorption.

⚠️ This recipe is AI-generated and screened for general diabetic suitability. It is not medical advice and has not been individually reviewed by a clinician. Ingredient choices and portion sizes affect blood glucose differently for each person — confirm with your doctor or registered dietitian before relying on it, especially if you take insulin or other glucose-lowering medication.

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