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Coconut Rice That Slaps
Creamy, subtly sweet Thai coconut rice cooked in one pot with just coconut milk, sugar, and salt. Serve as a side or pair with curry, stir-fries, or grilled proteins.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 3g

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Ingredients
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Step 1
Rinse the rice under cold water until water runs clear.
Step 2
Pour coconut milk into a medium pot and add 1 cup water.
Step 3
Stir in rice, sugar, and salt, then bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Step 4
Reduce to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid absorbs, about 15 minutes.
Step 5
Fluff with a fork and serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- medium pot with lid
- fork
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