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Coconut Milk Rice Recipe

This savory Thai Coconut Rice makes a deliciously fragrant side dish to any of your favorite Asian-inspired meals.  Jasmine rice is simmered in coconut milk with just a touch of sugar and salt, making the lightest and fluffiest Coconut Rice we have ever tried.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Resting Time10 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Thai
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 131kcal
Author: The Carefree Kitchen

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups Jasmine Rice rinsed
  • 1 15 oz can Coconut Milk unsweetened, full fat
  • ¾ cup Water
  • 2 teaspoon Sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt

Instructions

  • Rinse your rice over a sieve until the water runs clean.
  • In a medium pot over medium heat, combine rice, coconut milk, water, sugar, and salt.
  • Bring all to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer, covered, for 18 minutes without removing the lid. After 18 minutes, lift the lid to check if all of the liquid has absorbed, but do not stir. You may need to cook for up to 4 additional minutes.
  • Once all of the liquid has absorbed and the rice is tender, remove the pot from heat and let sit 10 minutes before fluffing with a fork. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 131kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 76mg | Potassium: 40mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg