Description
This Coconut Rice recipe is a fragrant and creamy side dish made by cooking jasmine rice in full-fat coconut milk and water, seasoned lightly with salt. The result is a subtly sweet and rich rice that pairs wonderfully with a variety of Asian dishes or tropical-inspired meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice
- 2 cups jasmine rice
Liquids
- 13.5 ounce can full-fat coconut milk
- 1 ½ cups water (or coconut water)
Seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Rinse the Rice: Rinse the jasmine rice thoroughly in a fine mesh strainer under cold running water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming sticky.
- Cook the Coconut Mixture: In a medium saucepan, combine the full-fat coconut milk and water. Place the saucepan over high heat and bring the liquid to a boil, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
- Add Rice: Once boiling, add the rinsed rice and ½ teaspoon of salt to the saucepan. Stir briefly to combine.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and allow the rice to simmer gently for 15-20 minutes or until the liquid is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Rest: Remove the saucepan from heat but keep it covered. Let the rice rest undisturbed for 15 minutes, allowing it to steam and finish cooking evenly.
- Fluff and Serve: Remove the lid and fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains. Serve the coconut rice warm immediately, or transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
Notes
- For a nuttier flavor, toast the jasmine rice lightly in a dry skillet before rinsing and cooking.
- Using coconut water instead of plain water enhances the coconut flavor and adds natural sweetness.
- This rice pairs well with grilled meats, curries, and tropical dishes like mango salsa or pineapple chicken.
- To keep leftover rice moist when reheating, sprinkle a little water over it and cover while microwaving.
- Adjust the salt quantity according to taste preferences or dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: coconut rice, jasmine rice, coconut milk rice, Asian side dish, creamy rice, tropical rice
