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Fluffy Coconut Rice

Sweet, fragrant rice cooked entirely in coconut milk for rich flavor and naturally fluffy grains. Ready in 20 minutes with just four ingredients.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
285
Protein
4g
Fluffy Coconut Rice
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups rice (jasmine or long-grain white)
  • 1.5 cups coconut milk (canned, full-fat or lite)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • ½ tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear, stirring gently with your fingers.

  2. 2

    Combine rice, coconut milk, water, sugar, and salt in a pot.

  3. 3

    Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low and cover.

  4. 4

    Simmer 15 minutes without lifting the lid until liquid absorbs completely.

  5. 5

    Remove from heat and let rest 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Tools you’ll need

  • pot with lid (3-4 quart)
  • fork

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