How to Make My Favorite Coconut RiceIngredients Recipe
Learn how to make a delicious Coconut Rice that pairs perfectly with a variety of dishes. This recipe results in fluffy and fragrant rice infused with rich coconut flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Rice:
- 2 cups jasmine white rice
Coconut Milk Mixture:
- 2 (15-ounce) cans full-fat coconut milk (or lite coconut milk)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium pot, add the jasmine rice, coconut milk, water, and salt. Stir gently to combine.
- Bring to a Boil: Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid. Let the rice simmer for 15 minutes without opening the lid.
- Steam the Rice: After 15 minutes, remove the pot from the heat but leave the lid on. Let the rice sit, steaming for another 10 minutes.
- Fluff and Serve: After steaming, fluff the rice with a fork and stir in any desired flavor additions. Serve alongside your favorite dishes like grilled salmon, stir-fry, or curry.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Coconut Rice, Side Dish, Asian Cuisine, Easy Recipe
