How to Cook THE BEST Coconut Rice
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How to Cook THE BEST Coconut Rice
Description
How to Cook THE BEST Coconut Rice involves rinsing the rice multiple times until the water runs clear to remove excess starch, which helps the rice cook up fluffy. The rice is then sautéed briefly with minced ginger in oil, adding aromatic depth. Cooking it with coconut milk and coconut flakes infuses the grains with subtle coconut flavor and creaminess alongside water and seasoning from kosher salt.
The rice is brought to a boil, then simmered covered on low heat to absorb liquids without burning. After cooking, letting the rice sit off the heat with the lid on allows steam to finish cooking the grains, resulting in a tender and separate texture. A squeeze of lime juice and a sprinkle of thinly sliced green onions add brightness and freshness to the dish.
This coconut rice complements a range of savory dishes that benefit from a mildly sweet, creamy rice base with a hint of ginger and coconut. Omitting ginger and lime or substituting light coconut milk can slightly alter the flavor and richness according to preference.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups long grain white rice
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 tablespoon ginger minced
- 1 ounce coconut milk can
- 1 cup water
- ⅓ cup coconut flakes unsweetened
- big pinch kosher salt
- 1 lime , if desired
- 1 green onion , thinly sliced
Instructions
- Rinse the rice in a bowl of cool water then drain. Repeat three times or until the water is no longer cloudy.
- In a large pot, heat the oil on medium-high. Add the ginger and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the rinsed rice, 1 cup water, a big pinch of kosher salt, the coconut milk (shaking the can before opening), and the coconut flakes. Bring to a boil then reduce to low and cover with a lid. Simmer for 20 minutes then turn off the heat and let the rice sit with the lid on for 10 minutes. Fluff the finished rice with a fork. Add a squeeze of lime juice if desired and sprinkle with the green onion.
Notes
- Rinse rice repeatedly until the water is clear to prevent stickiness.
- You may omit ginger and lime if desired for a milder flavor.
- Use a quality brand of coconut milk to avoid watery consistency; light coconut milk can be substituted.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 226 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 226kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Sodium | 5mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 101mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 26IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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