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How To Make Coconut Rice With Coconut Cream

Deliciously aromatic and creamy, coconut rice is a flavorful dish made by cooking rice with coconut milk and water, infused with optional spices or aromatics for added depth.
Course Rice and Noodles
Cuisine Asian
Servings 6
Calories 288.5kcal
Author Jocelyn | JOZmahal
Cost 10

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Long-grain white rice
  • 1 ½ cups Water
  • 1 cup Coconut Cream Coconut Milk for a lighter version
  • 1 tablespoon Oil Coconut or Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • ¼ cup Coconut Flakes Optional
  • Cilantro, Parsley, Cashew Nuts Optional (garnish)

Instructions

  • Place the rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse it under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch, making the rice fluffier.
    1 cup Long-grain white rice
  • Heat the coconut or olive oil over medium heat in a saucepan or pot. Add the rinsed rice and sauté it for about 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until it becomes slightly translucent.
    1 tablespoon Oil
  • Pour in the water, coconut cream, and salt. If you're using shredded coconut flakes, add them now for extra texture and flavor. Stir well to combine.
    1 ½ cups Water, 1 cup Coconut Cream, 1 teaspoon Salt
  • Bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Once it boils, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes. Check the rice occasionally to ensure it does not stick to the bottom of the pot.
  • Once the rice has absorbed the liquid and is tender, remove the pot from heat but keep it covered. Let the rice steam and finish cooking in its residual heat for an additional 5- 10 minutes.
  • After resting, use a fork to fluff the rice gently. Serve the rice in a large bowl, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve hot.
    ¼ cup Coconut Flakes, Cilantro, Parsley, Cashew Nuts

Notes

  1. Choose the rice variety based on the texture and flavor you prefer.
  2. Long-grain varieties separate the grains, while shorter-grain varieties might yield a creamier consistency.
  3. Rinsing the rice before cooking can affect the final texture by removing excess starch.
  4. For more aromatic rice, consider adding a few ginger or pandan leaf slices while cooking.
  5. You can adjust the consistency by adding more or less coconut cream/milk according to your preference.
  6. If using canned coconut cream, shake or stir well before measuring, as it can separate in the can.
  7. Avoid stirring the rice too much during cooking to prevent it from becoming sticky.