Coconut Rice Recipe | Creamy, Fragrant & Easy Tropical Rice

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Coconut Rice Recipe | Creamy, Fragrant & Easy Tropical Rice

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 Coconut Rice is a fragrant and delicious rice dish cooked with creamy coconut milk, garlic, and a touch of salt. The rice becomes tender and lightly sweet with a rich coconut aroma, making it a wonderful side dish for grilled chicken, seafood, curries, vegetables, and tropical-inspired meals. Simple to prepare with everyday ingredients, this versatile rice is perfect for lunch, dinner, family meals, and special gatherings. 

Cooking Method


  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs mostly clear.
  2. Heat the coconut oil in a medium pot over medium heat.
  3. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add the rinsed rice and stir for 1–2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the coconut milk and water. Add the salt and black pepper.
  6. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover.
  7. Cook for 15–18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  8. Remove from the heat and let the rice rest, covered, for 5 minutes.
  9. Fluff gently with a fork.
  10. Garnish with fresh cilantro and toasted coconut flakes if desired.
  11. Serve warm with grilled chicken, seafood, curries, or roasted vegetables.

 

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Basmati or long-grain rice – 2 cups (400 g)

Basmati or long-grain rice – 2 cups (400 g)

Coconut milk – 1 can (13.5 oz / 400 ml)

Coconut milk – 1 can (13.5 oz / 400 ml)

Water – 1½ cups (360 ml)

Water – 1½ cups (360 ml)

Garlic – 2 cloves, minced

Garlic – 2 cloves, minced

Onion – ½ medium, finely chopped

Onion – ½ medium, finely chopped

Coconut oil – 1 tbsp

Coconut oil – 1 tbsp

Salt – 1 tsp

Salt – 1 tsp

Black pepper – ¼ tsp

Black pepper – ¼ tsp

Fresh cilantro – 2 tbsp, chopped

Fresh cilantro – 2 tbsp, chopped

Toasted coconut flakes – 2 tbsp (optional)

Toasted coconut flakes – 2 tbsp (optional)

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