Easy Coconut Rice Recipe
This easy coconut rice recipe is savory, flavorful, and effortlessly prepared in a slow cooker. The jasmine rice is cooked to fluffy perfection with rich coconut milk, fresh lime juice, and butter, complemented by sliced scallions. Perfect as a side dish or base for bowls with chicken or fish, this coconut rice is a simple and tasty addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups boiling water
- 2 cups jasmine rice, rinsed
- 5 tbsp butter
- 13.5 ounces canned coconut milk
- 1/3 cup fresh squeezed lime juice
- 1/2 tsp lime zest
- 2 tsp salt
Garnish
- 4 large scallions, sliced 1" thick (save about 1/4 cup to garnish after cooking)
Instructions
- Rinse Rice: Quickly rinse the jasmine rice in a large sieve under cold running water to remove excess starch and keep the rice from clumping.
- Add Ingredients to Slow Cooker: Transfer the rinsed rice to the slow cooker, then add boiling water, butter, canned coconut milk, fresh lime juice, lime zest, salt, and sliced scallions.
- Cook Rice: Set the slow cooker to high and cook the rice for 30 minutes to 1 hour. Begin checking at 30 minutes to see if the rice is fluffy and fully cooked; cook longer if needed for desired texture.
- Serve: Once cooked, fluff the coconut rice with a fork and transfer it to a large serving bowl. Garnish with the reserved scallions on top before serving.
Notes
- You can double the recipe to serve a larger crowd; be aware that cooking time may increase accordingly.
- For a complete meal, add cooked chicken or fish to create delicious coconut rice bowls.
- Rinsing the rice is important to prevent clumping and ensure fluffy texture.
Find it online: https://miracooking.com/easy-coconut-rice-recipe/
