Coconut Rice

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Gluten-free basmati rice
• 1 can (13.5 oz) Full-fat coconut milk
• 0.5 cup Water
• 2 tbsp Coconut flakes (unsweetened)
• 1 tsp Sugar
• 0.75 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Fresh ginger (minced)
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp Lime zest
• 1 tbsp Coconut oil
• 1 leaf Pandan leaf (optional)
• 2 tbsp Cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
• 2 tbsp Green onions (sliced, for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming sticky.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, sugar, salt, minced ginger, minced garlic, lime zest, and coconut oil.

3. 3

   If using, add the pandan leaf to the saucepan. This will add a fragrant aroma to the rice.

4. 4

   Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot tightly with a lid, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.

5. 5

   Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes to allow the rice to steam and fully absorb any remaining moisture. Remove the pandan leaf, if used.

6. 6

   Fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains.

7. 7

   Stir in the unsweetened coconut flakes.

8. 8

   Garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced green onions before serving.

Recipe Variations

• →Try adding different herbs for variety.
• →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.