Coconut Ginger Rice
Elevate your next meal with this fragrant and creamy Coconut Ginger Rice, a side dish that blends the tropical richness of coconut milk with the zesty warmth of fresh ginger. Perfectly tender jasmine rice is infused with garlic and aromatic ginger, cooked to silky perfection in a mixture of coconut milk and water for a beautifully balanced flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe is both comforting and elegant, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or sophisticated gatherings. Garnish with fresh scallions for a bright pop of color and a touch of freshness. Whether served alongside curries, grilled seafood, or roasted vegetables, this dish is sure to delight with every bite. Keywords: coconut ginger rice, jasmine rice recipe, coconut milk side dish, aromatic rice, easy coconut rice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups jasmine rice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 stalks scallions (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the jasmine rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and helps prevent the rice from becoming sticky.
Peel and finely mince the fresh ginger and garlic cloves.
In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once warm, add the minced ginger and garlic, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Add the rinsed jasmine rice to the saucepan and stir to coat the grains in the oil and aromatics.
Pour in the coconut milk, water, and kosher salt. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid.
Simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the liquid is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the rice to finish steaming.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork, and garnish with thinly sliced scallions if desired before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
675 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.4 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 349 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.5 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 446 mg | 9% | |
*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.
