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Coconut Rice Recipe

Coconut Rice Recipe


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4.8 from 21 reviews

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Delicious and fragrant coconut rice made with jasmine rice, coconut milk, and a hint of sweetness. This easy recipe yields fluffy, flavorful rice that pairs perfectly with Asian-inspired dishes.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Garnish:

  • 1 tablespoon shredded coconut for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice: Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. Cook the rice: In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, sugar, and salt. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat. Reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Let it sit covered for an additional 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and garnish with shredded coconut.

Notes

  • For extra fragrance, add a pandan leaf while cooking and remove before serving.
  • You can use light coconut milk for a lighter version.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg