Thai Garlic Ginger Coconut Rice
Transform your dinner table with the rich and aromatic flavors of Thai Garlic Ginger Coconut Rice! This easy-to-make recipe takes the traditional comfort of jasmine rice and elevates it with creamy coconut milk, fresh ginger, and fragrant garlic for a side dish that’s both exotic and comforting. Perfectly seasoned with a touch of salt and sugar, this dish steams to tender perfection in just 25 minutes, making it an effortless yet impressive accompaniment to Thai curries, stir-fries, or grilled proteins. Finished with vibrant garnishes like green onions, fresh cilantro, and optional sesame seeds, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whether you're cooking for a busy weeknight or a special occasion, this recipe is your ticket to restaurant-quality Thai-inspired cuisine at home.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Jasmine rice
- 1 can (13.5 oz) Coconut milk
- 0.5 cups Water
- 1 tablespoon (grated) Fresh ginger
- 3 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 2 stalks (sliced for garnish) Green onions
- 2 tablespoons (chopped for garnish) Cilantro
- 1 teaspoon (optional, for garnish) Sesame seeds
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Drain well.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to let them burn.
Step 3
Stir in the rinsed jasmine rice, mixing thoroughly to coat the grains in the fragrant oil, garlic, and ginger.
Step 4
Add the coconut milk, water, salt, and sugar to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.
Step 5
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Step 6
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the rice to sit covered for an additional 5 minutes to steam.
Step 7
Fluff the rice gently with a fork, and transfer it to a serving dish.
Step 8
Garnish the rice with sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, and sesame seeds if desired.
Step 9
Serve warm as a side dish or pair it with your favorite Thai curry or stir-fry.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (862.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 745.7 |
| Total Fat 16.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 9.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2435.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 139.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 31.5g | |
| Protein 10.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 102.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 601.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories