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    Home » Recipes » Side Dishes » Coconut Rice

    Coconut Rice

    By Sherri On August 6, 2019, Updated June 9, 2021 2 Comments

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    Coconut rice recipe in a green bowl

    This easy Coconut Rice is so amazing with it’s rich flavor! Turn plain jasmine rice into a wonderful, aromatic side dish that’s perfect for Asian inspired curry dishes, stir-fries, and more!

    Coconut Rice in a green bowl topped with chives.

     

    I haven’t been this excited about an easy peasy recipe in so long! This coconut rice has everyone in my family practically begging for it. It’s just as easy as plain ole rice but the flavor is so much tastier!

    You can cook in on the stove or in a rice cooker. Either way it turns out fantastic!

    What to Serve with Coconut Rice

    The Coconut Rice complements so many dishes, especially Thai or Asian-inspired dishes like this Thai Chicken Zucchini Noodles with Spicy Peanut Sauce or Shrimp Zoodles in Thai Coconut Sauce.

    You can also serve it as a extra flavorful side dish with this Spicy Asian Zucchini or steamed broccoli along side Asian Grilled Shrimp, Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs or Chicken Teriyaki

    You could even add a teaspoon of sugar as well and then top with a few slices of fresh mango for a fabulous dessert.

    coconut milk can, cup of uncooked rice and a measuring cup of water.

    Ingredients Needed

    Jasmine rice, rinsed and drained very well

    Canned full-fat coconut milk

    Cold water

    Sugar

    Salt

    Coconut rice recipe in a green bowl

    How to Make this Coconut Rice

    Rinse the rice under cold water until the water is clear.

    Add all the ingredients to a saucepan and bring to a boil.

    Cover and reduce the heat to low.

    Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.

    Can I Use Brown Rice to Make Coconut Rice

    You can substitute brown jasmine rice as well to make this coconut rice recipe. Brown rice does take about twice as long as white rice to cook. (cook per your package directions)

    Coconut rice recipe in a green bowl

    Coconut Rice

    This easy Coconut Rice is so amazing with it’s rich flavor! Turn plain jasmine rice into a wonderful, aromatic side dish.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: Asian, Mexican, Thai
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 280kcal
    Author: Sherri Hagymas

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup Jasmine Rice rinsed and drained
    • 1 cup full fat coconut milk
    • 1 cup cold water

    Instructions

    • Rinse the rice under cold water until the water is clear.
    • Add all the ingredients to a saucepan and bring to a boil.
    • Cover and reduce the heat to low.
    • Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 177mg | Vitamin C: 0.6mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 2.2mg
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    Filed Under: Healthy Recipes, Recipes, Side Dishes

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    1. Malissa

      August 16, 2019 at 2:52 am

      5 stars
      My family and I loved it! The rice has a slight hint of sweetness. I cooked this dish in a rice cooker.

      Reply
    2. Maggie

      August 12, 2019 at 12:18 am

      Instead of a can of coconut milk, try using Coco Lopez Cream of Coconut. Also, jasmine rice doesn’t need to be washed like white rice.

      Reply

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