Fluffy Coconut Rice with Chili
Creamy coconut milk and a touch of sugar make rice fluffy and fragrant. Top with fresh chili peppers for heat and brightness.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 4g
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Ingredients
- 2 cups rice
- 1.5 cups coconut milk
- 1.5 tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup chopped chili peppers
Instructions
- 1
Rinse rice under cold water until the water runs clear, about 1 minute.
- 2
Add rice to a medium pot with 1.5 cups coconut milk, 1 cup water, sugar, and salt.
- 3
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low and cover tightly.
- 4
Cook without peeking for 15 minutes until all liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
- 5
Remove from heat and let rest 2 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- 6
Transfer to a serving bowl and top with chopped chili peppers.
Tools you’ll need
- medium pot with lid
- fork
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