Instant Pot Coconut Rice
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Instant Pot Coconut Rice
Description
Instant Pot Coconut Rice uses jasmine rice rinsed and pressure cooked with a mixture of unsweetened coconut milk and unsalted chicken stock, flavored with sea salt. The coconut milk adds a light, rich depth to the jasmine rice without overpowering it. Cooking under pressure in the Instant Pot allows for thorough absorption of the liquid, producing fluffy, moist rice.
The cooked rice combines the aromatic qualities of jasmine with creamy coconut notes. Pressure cooking and natural release prevent overcooking and maintain texture. The dish is seasoned simply to complement stronger-flavored mains, though salt level can be adjusted based on accompanying dishes.
This coconut rice works well as a side for curries, grilled meats, or vegetable dishes. It offers an easy way to add coconut flavor without additional coconut-based sauces or toppings.
If softer rice is preferred, more chicken stock can be added during preparation. Rinsing the rice beforehand ensures it does not become sticky. Careful timing and natural pressure release maintain optimal texture.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (230g) jasmine rice
Coconut Milk Mixture:
- ½ cup (125ml) unsweetened coconut milk 100% pure or Thai unsweetened coconut milk
- ¾ cup (188ml) unsalted chicken stock
- ¼ - ½ teaspoon sea salt or table salt
Instructions
- Rinse Rice: Rinse rice under cold tap water until clear. Drain well.
- Make Coconut Milk Mixture: In a 2 cups (500ml) glass measuring cup, mix ¼ - ½ tsp fine sea salt, ½ cup (125ml) unsweetened coconut milk, and ¾ cup (188ml) unsalted chicken stock together. Mix well.
- Pressure Cook Coconut Rice: Place 1 cup (230g) of Jasmine rice into the pressure cooker. Pour in all the coconut milk mixture and give it a quick stir to ensure all the rice is covered in liquid. Close lid and pressure cook at High Pressure using Manual/Pressure Cook button for 5 minutes + 10 minutes Natural Release. The floating valve may drop at around 6 - 7 minutes, but don't open the lid until the full 10 minutes. Open the lid carefully.
- Serve: Fluff the Instant Pot Coconut Rice and serve with your favorite main dish.
Notes
- Use 100% pure unsweetened coconut milk, not the drinking variety from refrigerated cartons.
- Adjust salt to taste: ¼ tsp for strong-flavored dishes, up to ½ tsp if served alone or with mild foods; more than ½ tsp may be too salty.
- Add more chicken stock in ¼ cup increments to achieve softer rice texture.
- Rinse rinsed jasmine rice thoroughly before cooking to reduce starch and prevent stickiness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2- 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories 245 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 136g | |
| Calories | 245kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Sodium | 165mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 170mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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