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Creamy Coconut Rice: Easy Side Dish! Coconut rice: master this fluffy and aromatic side dish in under an hour. Simple ingredients, incredible flavor, perfect fo

Creamy Coconut Rice: Easy Side Dish!

Coconut rice: master this fluffy and aromatic side dish in under an hour. Simple ingredients, incredible flavor, perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

  • 1 14 oz Can Coconut Milk, unsweetened (low fat or regular)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 cup Brown Jasmine Rice
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 pandan leaf, knotted (optional)

Method
 

  1. Place the coconut milk, water, and salt in a medium size pot and bring to a boil.
  2. Add the brown jasmine rice, stir until combined, bring back to a boil, cover, and reduce to a simmer.
  3. Cook for 30 minutes, turn heat off, and let sit covered for 10 minutes.
  4. Fluff with a fork and serve immediately.

Notes

- For extra fragrance, add a knotted pandan leaf or a few lime zest strips to the pot with the coconut milk. Remove before serving.
- Do not stir the rice excessively once it's simmering; this can break the grains and make it mushy. Let it cook undisturbed.
- Storage: Leftover coconut rice can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of water to prevent it from drying out.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.