Coconut Rice
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4.6
Coconut Rice
Description
The Coconut Rice recipe uses rinsed jasmine rice cooked with minced garlic, salt, canned coconut milk, and water. Cooking begins with bringing the liquid to a boil, then simmering on low heat for 15 minutes without stirring or lifting the lid, allowing the rice to absorb the flavors and liquids uniformly. After cooking, the pot rests covered off the heat to finish steaming, followed by fluffing the grains with a fork.
The use of coconut milk adds a creamy texture and distinctive coconut aroma that enriches the jasmine rice’s naturally floral fragrance. The garlic adds a mild savory depth. The long-grain jasmine rice used yields fluffy, separate grains with a slight fragrance, enhancing the dish’s character.
This rice pairs well with a variety of dishes needing a fragrant, subtly sweet side. The notes recommend canned coconut milk (full fat or light) for richer flavor and mention that a rice cooker or slow cooker can also be used with the same ingredient proportions, offering convenient cooking options. Jasmine rice is preferred for its aromatic quality but can substitute regular white rice in many recipes for added flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice $0.73, long-grain
- 1 clove garlic $0.04, minced
- 3/4 tsp salt $0.03
- 1 .5oz. can coconut milk $1.64
- 1 cup water $0.00
Instructions
- Rinse the jasmine rice using a wire mesh strainer or a bowl, making sure to pour off as much excess water as possible. Add the rinsed rice to a pot along with the minced garlic and salt.
- Add the coconut milk and water to the pot. Give the rice a brief stir.
- Place a lid on the pot, turn the heat up to high, and allow the liquid to come up to a full boil. Once it reaches a full boil, turn the heat down to low. Allow the rice to simmer over low for 15 minutes. Make sure the pot maintains a simmer. Do not stir or lift the lid as the rice simmers.
- After simmering for 15 minutes, remove the pot from the heat and let the rice rest an additional 5 minutes without lifting the lid. Finally, after the rice has rested, you lift the lid and fluff with a fork. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use canned coconut milk (full fat or light) rather than watery coconut milk substitutes for best flavor.
- White long-grain jasmine rice is recommended for its fragrant aroma and texture.
- Rice cooker or slow cooker can be used with the same ingredients for easier cooking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6about ¾ cup each
Amount Per Serving
Calories 295 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Serving | |
| Calories | 295kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Sodium | 303mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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