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Coconut Rice
4.8 from 12 votes

Coconut Rice

This Coconut Rice recipe is made with only five ingredients -- rice, coconut milk, water, sugar, and salt. It is the perfect savory side dish with a touch of coconut flavor.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Servings: 6
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian, Thai

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice white
  • 14 ounce can coconut milk full-fat, canned
  • 1 3/4 cups water
  • 2 Tablespoons sugar
  • 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

Instructions

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  1. Start by rinsing the rice (instructions in notes). Add the rinsed rice to a rice cooker or pot. Stir in canned coconut milk, water, sugar, and salt. 
  2. If cooking in a pot, bring the mixture to a boil. Once it boils, reduce heat to low and cover. Cook covered for 20 minutes or according to package instructions.
  3. If using a rice cooker, cook according to package instructions or until most of the coconut milk and water is absorbed.
  4. Top with fresh cilantro, toasted coconut, or sesame seeds.

Notes

  • Rinsing the rice helps to remove some of the starch, which helps to create fluffier rice. Pour the rice into a bowl and fill it with water, then swish the rice around. Drain the water, and then fill the bowl with water again and repeat 3-4 times until the water is less murky. Now it is ready to cook!
  • Rice -- I suggest using jasmine rice to make this coconut rice recipe. My favorite is the Golden Star Jasmine Rice. I suggest rinsing the rice several times to remove excess starch. This is essential in this coconut rice recipe because of the addition and fat content of canned coconut milk. 
  • Canned Coconut Milk -- use only canned coconut milk (NOT coconut milk found in a carton in the refrigerated section). It is imperative to use canned coconut milk because it makes the fluffiest and most flavorful rice. 
  • Water -- it is important to use a combination of water and canned coconut milk. The rice needs water to help absorb the coconut milk.
  • Sugar -- a pinch of sugar adds a touch of sweetness to the coconut rice. You can reduce or increase the sugar amount according to preference.
  • Salt -- add the salt with the water and coconut milk so it infuses into the rice as it cooks.