Easy Light Coconut Rice
Transform your everyday rice into a tropical delight with this Easy Light Coconut Rice recipe! Prepared with fragrant jasmine rice simmered in a blend of light coconut milk, water, and a hint of salt, this dish strikes the perfect balance of creamy richness and lightness. Infused with optional sugar for a subtle sweetness and garnished with fresh cilantro or shredded coconut, this side dish is as versatile as it is flavorful. Ready in just 25 minutes with minimal effort, it’s the ultimate companion for curry, grilled meats, or vegetarian mains. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this fluffy coconut rice is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Jasmine rice (or long-grain rice)
- 1 cup Coconut milk (light)
- 1 cup Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional, for a hint of sweetness)
- 1 tablespoon Chopped cilantro or shredded coconut (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse 1 cup of jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents clumping.
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of light coconut milk, 1 cup of water, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of sugar, if using.
Stir the liquid mixture well to ensure the salt and sugar dissolve completely.
Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir gently to mix.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the liquid to a gentle boil.
Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer for 15-18 minutes. Avoid lifting the lid during this time to maintain the steam.
After 15-18 minutes, turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for another 5 minutes to allow it to fully absorb the coconut flavor.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains.
Transfer the rice to a serving dish and garnish with chopped cilantro or shredded coconut, if desired.
Serve warm with your favorite main dish or enjoy as-is!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
418 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.4 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1225 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.3 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 201 mg | 4% | |
*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.
