Coconut Rice Recipe
This creamy and aromatic Coconut Rice recipe is a delicious twist on traditional rice dishes. Made with jasmine rice cooked in rich coconut milk, it’s perfect for pairing with a variety of main dishes or enjoying on its own.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups jasmine rice
Coconut Mixture:
- 13.5 ounce can full-fat coconut milk
- 1 ½ cups water (or coconut water)
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Rinse the Rice: Rinse the jasmine rice in a fine mesh strainer until the water runs clear.
- Cook the Coconut Mixture: Add the coconut milk and water to a medium saucepan on the stove over high heat. Bring the liquid to a boil.
- Add Rice: Add the salt and rinsed rice, bring to a simmer.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until all of the liquid is absorbed.
- Rest: Remove from the heat and keep covered. Let rest for 15 minutes.
- Fluff and Serve: Remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Coconut Rice, Jasmine Rice, Side Dish, Coconut Milk, Vegetarian, Asian Cuisine
Find it online: https://www.sanacooks.com/coconut-rice-recipe/
