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Coconut Rice Recipe
Coconut Rice is a simple, flavorful side that comes together in no time. Made with basmati rice, coconut milk, and a touch of water, it cooks up light, fluffy, and perfect for pairing with a variety of dishes in under 30 minutes.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups rice basmati or other long-grain rice
- 1 ½ cups water
- 1 cup coconut milk full-fat
- 1 ¾ teaspoons salt to taste
- ⅓ cup coconut toasted, optional
- Basil chiffonade, optional
Instructions
- Add rice to a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cool running water for 1-2 minutes, or until the water runs clear. Let drain and dry completely.1 ½ cups rice
- Pour water and coconut milk into a medium-sized pot and bring to a boil. Once boiling add salt and rinsed and drained rice.1 ½ cups water, 1 cup coconut milk, 1 ¾ teaspoons salt
- Bring the ingredients back to a boil and then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes. Check on the rice after 20 minutes to see if it is done.
- Once cooked, turn off heat and stir in the toasted coconut flakes, if desired. Serve immediately as is or with a sprinkle of basil chiffonade. Enjoy!⅓ cup coconut, Basil
Notes
- Rinsing: Running the rice under water will remove any excess starch that will make the dish clumpy.
- Coconut milk: Lite coconut milk will result in a less creamy and not as flavorful rice. However, it can be substituted.
- Garnish: Add the basil and toasted coconut just before you serve it up.
Nutrition
Calories: 259kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Sodium: 568mg | Potassium: 152mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 2mg
