Easy Coconut Jasmine Rice
This Coconut Jasmine Rice is fluffy, rich, flavorful, and easy to make. It makes a great side dish to a variety of meals. Naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan and ready in under 30 minutes!
Servings: 6
Calories: 316kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 can (14 oz) canned coconut milk
- 1 ¼ cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups dry jasmine rice
Garnishes, optional
- sliced green onions
- sliced almonds
- chopped cilantro or parsley
- squeeze of fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Add the coconut, water, and salt to a pot on the stove and bring to a boil.
- While the liquid is coming to a boil, rinse the rice in a fine mesh strainer under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
- Once the liquid is boiling, add the rinsed rice. Decrease the temperature to low, cover, and cook for 12 to 15 minutes until the liquid has absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Turn off the heat and allow the rice to rest, covered, for an additional 5 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork and serve hot with any garnishes you like.
Notes
~ Rinse the rice in a fine mesh strainer for several minutes under cold water. This removes excess starch and allows the grains of rice to cook up fluffy, not sitcky.
~ Use full-fat canned coconut milk for best flavor.
~ Do not stir or even remove the lid during the cooking time.
~ When the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed, allow the rice to sit off of the heat for an additional 5 minutes.
~ Fluff the rice with a fork, not a spoon or spatula.
~ If you like a creamier texture, stir in additional coconut milk before serving.
~ Garnish the rice with sliced green onions, sliced almonds, and/or a squeeze of lime juice for an extra pop of flavor.
Nutrition facts calculated without garnishes.
Nutrition facts calculated without garnishes.
Nutrition
Calories: 316kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 415mg | Potassium: 133mg | Sugar: 1g