Description
This Coconut Lime Rice is a fragrant and flavorful side dish that perfectly balances the richness of coconut with the zesty freshness of lime. It’s a versatile dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses, adding a tropical twist to your meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat or light)
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Additional Flavorings:
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the Rice: Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Cook the Rice: In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, butter, and salt. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until tender.
- Flavor with Lime: Remove from heat, let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, then stir in lime juice and zest.
- Serve: Garnish with cilantro if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of sugar while cooking to enhance the coconut sweetness.
- This rice complements well with grilled chicken, shrimp, or tropical-inspired dishes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
