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Creamy Coconut Rice

Fluffy rice cooked in coconut milk with a touch of sugar and salt—no added fat needed. This tropical side is ready in under 20 minutes and pairs with anything.

Total time
18 min
Servings
3
Calories
285
Protein
4g
Creamy Coconut Rice
simplewholesomeamericanvegetarianvegandairy-freefluffycreamy

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Rinse rice in cold water until water runs clear, then drain well.

  2. Step 2

    Pour coconut milk and 1 cup water into a pot, add rinsed rice, sugar, and salt.

  3. Step 3

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

  4. Step 4

    Simmer covered for 12 minutes without peeking—rice will absorb all liquid.

  5. Step 5

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

Tools you’ll need

  • medium pot with lid
  • fork
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

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