Rice Cooker Coconut Rice
Transform your weeknight meals with this irresistibly fragrant Rice Cooker Coconut Rice, a delightful side dish that’s as simple as it is flavorful! Made with creamy, full-fat coconut milk, tender jasmine rice, and a touch of sugar and salt, this recipe comes together effortlessly in your rice cooker, eliminating the guesswork. The result is perfectly fluffy, slightly sweet, and subtly rich rice that pairs beautifully with curries, grilled meats, or stir-fried vegetables. Ready in just 30 minutes with minimal prep, this versatile dish is ideal for busy cooks. For a fresh finishing touch, garnish with chopped cilantro before serving. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or craving comfort food, this coconut rice recipe is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Jasmine rice
- 1.5 cups Coconut milk (full-fat)
- 0.5 cups Water
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the jasmine rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. This step removes excess starch and helps keep the rice fluffy.
Add the rinsed rice to the rice cooker pot.
Pour in the coconut milk and water. Stir gently to combine.
Add the sugar and salt to the rice cooker. Mix lightly to distribute the ingredients evenly.
Close the rice cooker lid and set it to the standard 'Cook' setting. Allow the rice to cook until the rice cooker switches to 'Keep Warm'. This typically takes around 20–25 minutes.
Once the rice is done cooking, allow it to rest on the 'Keep Warm' setting for an additional 5–10 minutes. This helps the flavors meld together and ensures a fluffy texture.
Open the rice cooker and fluff the coconut rice with a fork to separate the grains.
If desired, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish to complement curries, grilled meats, or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1464 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.7 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.8 g | 384% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1241 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 160.7 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.6 g | ||
| Protein | 19.8 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 120 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1110 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.
