Creamy Coconut Milk Rice Recipe Easy Tropical Comfort in 30 Minutes
A quick and easy creamy coconut milk rice recipe that delivers tropical comfort with a silky texture and subtle sweetness, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (about 200g) long-grain white rice (Jasmine recommended)
- 1 ½ cups (360ml) full-fat canned coconut milk
- 1 cup (240ml) water
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 2 tablespoons toasted shredded coconut (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold running water until the water runs clear, then drain well.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract if using. Stir gently to mix.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer. Once simmering, reduce heat to low and cover tightly with a lid.
- Cook undisturbed on low heat for 18-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5-7 minutes to allow rice to fluff and absorb remaining liquid.
- Fluff rice gently with a fork or wooden spoon. Sprinkle toasted shredded coconut on top if desired and serve warm.
Notes
Shake the coconut milk can well before opening to avoid grainy texture. Use a heavy-bottomed pan to prevent sticking. Avoid stirring during cooking to keep rice fluffy. Let rice rest covered after cooking for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g) c
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
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