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Coconut Rice Recipe
5 from 3 votes

Coconut Rice Recipe

This coconut rice recipe makes fluffy, tender, and fragrant coconut rice which is a great accompaniment for many dishes including curries, grilled meats, and even seafood.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Additional Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 to 6 serves
Calories: 290 kcal
Course: Side Dish, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups jasmine rice
  • 1 ½ cup coconut milk
  • 1 ½ cup water
  • salt to taste
  • 1-2 pandan leaves

Instructions

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  1. Rinse your rice 2 to 3 times until the water runs clear, then drain off any excess liquid.
  2. Place rice, coconut milk, water, and salt in a medium sized saucepan over medium to high heat. If using pandan leaf, tie it into a knot. Then place in pot, and stir to combine. Bring liquid to a boil. Taste liquid for seasoning, and add more salt if needed.
  3. Once at a boil reduce the heat to low, gently stir the rice and bring to a simmer. Cover with a lid and cook for 20 minutes. Turn off heat.
  4. Allow rice to rest for 5 to 10 minutes with lid on. Once rested, remove lid and fluff the rice (gently mix the rice with a fork or spoon). Remove pandan leaf. Serve.

Notes

  • Choose long-grain rice, such as basmati or jasmine, for the best results. Rinse the rice thoroughly to remove excess starch, which can lead to clumpy rice.
  • Opt for full-fat canned coconut milk for a rich and creamy texture. Shake the can well before opening to ensure the cream and milk are properly mixed.
  • Choose long-grain rice, such as basmati or jasmine, for the best results. Rinse the rice thoroughly to remove excess starch, which can lead to clumpy rice.
  • Opt for full-fat canned coconut milk for a rich and creamy texture. Shake the can well before opening to ensure the cream and milk are properly mixed.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 serve Calories 290kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 59g (20%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Sodium 13mg (1%) Potassium 103mg (2%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 5g (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 to 6 serves

Amount Per Serving

Calories 290

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 serve
Calories 290kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 59g 20%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 13mg 1%
Potassium 103mg 2%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 5g 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.