Caron's Tasty Coconut Rice

Transform your side dish game with Caron’s Tasty Coconut Rice—a fragrant, creamy, and irresistibly flavorful twist on classic rice. This recipe combines the delicate aroma of basmati rice with the rich, velvety taste of coconut milk, enhanced by a subtle sweetness from a hint of sugar and perfectly balanced with a dash of salt. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. Garnish with unsweetened shredded coconut and fresh cilantro for an extra pop of texture and vibrant flavor. Ideal as a side for curries, stir-fries, or grilled proteins, Caron's Tasty Coconut Rice will quickly become a go-to favorite in your kitchen repertoire. Keywords: coconut rice recipe, easy rice side dish, basmati rice with coconut milk.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Basmati rice
• 1.5 cups Coconut milk
• 1 cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Sugar
• 2 tablespoons Unsweetened shredded coconut (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming mushy.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, salt, and sugar. Stir well to ensure everything is evenly mixed.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.

Step 4

Once the mixture reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low and cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid. Let the rice simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the liquid is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the rice to steam and finish cooking.

Step 6

Fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains. If desired, garnish with shredded coconut and chopped cilantro for added texture and flavor.

Step 7

Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy it on its own. Pair with your favorite curry, stir-fry, or protein.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(923.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	601.2

Total Fat 10.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2433.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 113.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.7g	0%
Total Sugars 28.4g
Protein 11.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 71.8mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 513.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 16.4%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 75.9%