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Thai Coconut Rice

Creamy, lightly sweetened coconut rice in 15 minutes. Serve hot or at room temperature as a side or light main.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
186
Protein
3g
Thai Coconut Rice
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Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups jasmine rice
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • ½ tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse rice in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water until the water runs clear.

  2. 2

    Pour coconut milk into a pot, then add rice, sugar, and salt.

  3. 3

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

  4. 4

    Simmer for 12 minutes without lifting the lid until liquid is absorbed.

  5. 5

    Remove from heat and let stand covered for 2 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Tools you’ll need

  • fine-mesh strainer
  • medium pot with lid

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