Gopalkala Recipe - Janmashtami Special)

Step 1: To begin making the Gopal Kala Janmashtami Special Recipe, soak beaten rice in water for about 1-2 minutes, the variety of beaten rice used required just about 2 minutes to soften

Step 2: If the beaten rice is of a thicker variety then it would take about 5 minutes to soften

Step 3: Once beaten rice/poha softens, drain all the water and keep aside in the strainer for a minute until all water is drained off

Step 4: We will now prepare the seasoning for the Gopalkala

Step 5: Heat ghee in a pan on medium heat; add the mustard seeds and allow it to crackle

Step 6: Next add cumin seeds, green chilies, ginger pieces and fry for a minute and turn off the heat

Step 7: Add the seasoning to the beaten rice, along with yogurt, finely chopped cucumbers, grated coconut, salt to taste

Step 8: Stir to combine the Gopalkala very gently

Step 9: Check the salt and adjust to suit your taste

Step 10: Finally stir in the chopped coriander leaves and serve

Step 11: Serve the Gopalkala as a special dish for Krishna Jayanti (Janmashtami Special)