Coconut and Mango Rice
Transport yourself to a tropical paradise with this irresistibly creamy Coconut and Mango Rice recipe! Featuring fragrant jasmine rice simmered in rich coconut milk and sweetened with a hint of sugar, this dish is elevated by the vibrant addition of juicy, ripe mangoes. Topped with crunchy toasted coconut and tangy lime zest, every bite bursts with texture and flavor. Perfect as a refreshing dessert or a side dish, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 35 minutes and is sure to delight your taste buds with its tropical flair. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for an extra pop of color and serve warm or at room temperature for an exotic treat that’s as versatile as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1.5 cups coconut milk
- 0.5 cups water
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 2 medium ripe mangoes (diced)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut (toasted)
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 3 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the jasmine rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming overly sticky.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, sugar, and salt. Stir to mix and bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Once the mixture starts boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer for 18-20 minutes. Avoid lifting the lid during this time to ensure even cooking.
After the cooking time, remove the saucepan from the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. This allows the rice to absorb any remaining liquid.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork, ensuring that it’s well-mixed with the creamy coconut sauce.
Fold in the diced mangoes carefully, reserving a few pieces for garnish if desired.
Transfer the coconut mango rice to a serving dish. Sprinkle the toasted shredded coconut and lime zest over the top for added texture and flavor.
Optionally, garnish with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color and freshness.
Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy this tropical treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
860 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.3 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 663 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 185.9 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 107.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.7 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 1135 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
