Toasted Coconut Rice
Elevate your side dish game with the irresistibly fragrant Toasted Coconut Rice, a tropical spin on classic jasmine rice that pairs beautifully with a variety of mains. Made with creamy coconut milk, delicately toasted shredded coconut, and a hint of sweetness from sugar, this dish strikes the perfect balance between nutty and savory flavors. The rice is cooked to fluffy perfection and finished with a sprinkle of golden coconut for added texture and aroma. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this versatile rice is perfect for weeknight dinners or vibrant dinner parties. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and enjoy this crowd-pleasing recipe that's as visually stunning as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Jasmine rice
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 1 cup Water
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Place the unsweetened shredded coconut in a dry skillet over medium heat.
Stir constantly for 3-4 minutes, or until the coconut turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and set aside.
Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Drain well.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, salt, and sugar. Stir gently to dissolve the salt and sugar.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15 minutes.
Once done, remove the saucepan from the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to allow the grains to steam and finish cooking.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork. Stir in the toasted coconut, reserving a small portion for garnish if desired.
Serve the toasted coconut rice warm, garnished with the reserved coconut and optionally fresh cilantro.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
674 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.1 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.4 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1246 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 100.1 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 68 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 544 mg | 12% | |
*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.
