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A mound of freshly cooked, fluffy white Coconut Rice served on a small white plate.

Simple Coconut Rice


  • Author: kitchenpaw.com
  • Total Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 3 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A basic recipe for cooking fluffy white rice with coconut milk.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup white rice
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. Combine the rinsed rice, water, coconut milk, and salt in a medium saucepan.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring once.
  4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to the lowest setting, cover the saucepan tightly, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes without lifting the lid.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it stand, covered, for 10 minutes.
  6. Fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving.

Notes

  • Use full-fat coconut milk for the best flavor and texture.
  • Do not lift the lid while the rice is simmering.
  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 25 min
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/3 of recipe
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3
  • Sodium: 300
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 15
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 45
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 4
  • Cholesterol: 0

Keywords: coconut rice, white rice, easy side dish, stovetop rice