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Thai Coconut Rice

Experience the comforting taste of Thai Coconut Rice, infused with creamy coconut milk and a hint of sweetness, perfect as a side dish or base for your meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish, Vegetarian
Cuisine: Asian, Thai
Calories: 240
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup jasmine rice or your favorite long-grain rice Rinsed until the water runs clear.
  • 1 cup coconut milk Full-fat for richness or light for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup water Used to combine with coconut milk.
  • 1 tablespoon sugar Or to taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances the flavor of rice.
Optional Garnish
  • sesame seeds For topping.
  • fresh cilantro For garnishing.
  • chopped peanuts For added crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, sugar, and salt. Stir gently.
Cooking
  1. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid. Let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes.
  3. After cooking, remove from heat and let it stand covered for another 10 minutes.
  4. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

For variations, consider adding lime zest or juice, or using maple syrup instead of sugar. This dish can also be prepared in advance and reheated.

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