Coconut Rice
Elevate your side dish game with this fragrant and creamy Coconut Rice recipe, a perfect blend of fluffy jasmine rice and rich coconut milk. Infused with a hint of sweetness and a pinch of salt, this rice pairs beautifully with a variety of cuisines, from Thai and Indian to tropical-inspired dishes. With just 5 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking time, this easy recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. Optional cilantro garnish adds a fresh, vibrant touch to this irresistible dish. Whether served alongside curries, grilled seafood, or enjoyed on its own, this Coconut Rice is guaranteed to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Jasmine rice
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 1 cup Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch and ensures the rice doesn’t turn gummy.
In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk, water, salt, and sugar (if using). Stir well to dissolve the salt and sugar.
Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir gently to combine.
Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the liquid to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let the rice cook undisturbed for 15 minutes.
After 15 minutes, turn off the heat but leave the lid on the saucepan. Let the rice steam for an additional 5 minutes to finish cooking and absorb any remaining liquid.
Remove the lid and fluff the rice gently with a fork.
Transfer the coconut rice to a serving bowl and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy as part of your main meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
396 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1228 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.7 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 305 mg | 6% | |
*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.
