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Coconut Rice

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"Basmati rice is simmered in coconut milk, instead of water, giving it a rich flavor." — Emma Maher

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Original recipe makes 6 to 8 servings Change Servings

2 1/2 cups Basmati rice
4 (10 ounce) cans coconut milk

1 pinch salt

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Directions

In a large saucepan over high heat, combine rice, coconut milk and salt; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.

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PREP 5 mins
COOK 25 mins
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I've been making a version of this for years to serve with any curry-type dish. I use one cup of rice, 1 14 oz. can of lite coconut milk and 1/4 cup of water. Boil water and milk, add rice, reduce heat to simmer uncovered for 20-30 minutes until rice is tender and all liquid is absorbed. No salt because usually the main dish has enough. I love it!

—yum-me

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Mar 19, 2003

Add some tumeric to give a nice golden yellow colour - it really improves the presentation.

—HINJAPAN

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124 Ratings

Nov 22, 2005

With some minor alterations, this recipe is fabulous. Because I'm the only one who eats this at my house, I cut the recipe in fourths. Here's what I did: 1 can (14 oz) of coconut milk 3/4 cup of Basmati rice 1 pinch salt 3 heaping tbls of sugar The rice almost soft once the rice absorbed all the coconut milk. Next time, I'd cut my rice down to 2/3 cup. Jasmine rice might work well also since it's a sweet rice. My brother introduced me to Coconut Rice when he brought home dessert leftovers from Sawatdee. They add a slice of mango to top it off. YUM!

—RebeccaStMartin.com

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Apr 16, 2003

Very easy and very tasty. I couldn't find coconut milk so I used the can of the cream of coconut that I found in the juice isle. It came out great. I used 1 can (15 oz.) with 6 servings of rice. Any white rice can be used with this recipe. Great, and VERY easy.

—Taylor Henry

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Feb 27, 2009

LOVE IT!!! My boyfriend and I fell in love with coconut rice at a restaurant and I decided to try it at home. I am only recently expanding my cooking skills and this recipe is perfect! Cheap and easy. I could only find light coconut milk but in my opinion turned out just as perfect as in the restaurant. I do suggest stirring the rice well just after adding to the milk and every 5 minutes afterwards to make sure the bottom does not burn and the liquid is coating evenly. My cooking time was just shy of 20min. The house smelled wonderful and the rice stayed sticky. I used a measuring cup to form the rice and to look great on the plate next to chicken simmered in Trader Joe's Thai Yellow Curry Sauce and some fresh green beans tossed with red pepper, basil and hot sauce. Hands down the easiest, quickest and best tasting meal to date!!

—Toot212

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Nov 22, 2002

THE RICE WAS VERY GOOD. THE SECRET FOR IT NOT TO BE SO PASTY IS TO LET IT SIMMER FOR 25 MINUTES OR MORE ON LOW HEAT. ADD RAISINS FOR A MORE TROPICAL TWIST. YUMM!

—LOLAGLEN

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Jun 11, 2010

This is a beautiful start for an Indian or Thai dish. I would not eat it on its own (it is essentially just rice) but it was a delicious base for a curry dish. When paired with the curry, the aromas and the sweetness of the coconut milk came out. I also used 1 cup rice to 1 cup lite coconut milk and 1/2 cup water.

—zhamlau

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Jul 17, 2003

ZZZzzzz. I added some chopped basil leaves and scallions to schnazz it up...

—VIOLETFEMME2003

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Nutrition

Calories
535 kcal
27%

Carbohydrates
56.8 g
18%

Cholesterol
0 mg
0%

Fat
33.2 g
51%

Fiber
2.1 g
9%

Protein
8.1 g
16%

Sodium
75 mg
3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Coconut Rice

Serving Size: 1/7 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 7
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 535
Calories from Fat: 299

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 33.2g 51 %
Saturated Fat 29g 145 %
Cholesterol 0mg 0 %
** Sodium 75mg 3 %
** Potassium 334mg 9 %
Total Carbohydrates 56.8g 18 %
Dietary Fiber 2.1g 9 %
Protein 8.1g 16 %
** Sugars 0.2g
Vitamin A 0 %
Vitamin C 3 %
Calcium 4 %
Iron 53 %
** Thiamin 3 %
** Niacin 12 %
** Vitamin B6 3 %
** Magnesium 25 %
** Folate 12 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.