Description
This creamy coconut rice combines rich coconut flavors with the delicate texture of jasmine rice, making it a perfect tropical side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, sugar, and salt in a medium-sized saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan. Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Fluff the rice gently with a fork once cooked.
- Add the diced fresh pineapple and stir it in gently.
- Serve warm as a side dish with grilled meats or curries.
Notes
For extra richness, consider adding shredded coconut or adjusting sweetness by omitting sugar based on preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: coconut rice, creamy rice, tropical side dish, jasmine rice, easy recipe