Description
Bright and zesty Coconut Lime Rice, a perfect side dish that pairs well with fish or chicken, bringing warmth and comfort to your meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice (rinsed until water runs clear)
- 1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk (shake the can first)
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- Zest of 1 lime (finely grated)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or neutral oil (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- Toasted shredded coconut or lime wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs almost clear.
- In a medium pot, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, salt, and sugar (if using). Stir once to combine.
- Bring the pot to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, uncovered.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid. Simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
- After 15 minutes, turn off the heat and leave the pot covered for 10 more minutes.
- Remove the lid and fluff the rice gently with a fork. Stir in lime zest, lime juice, and butter or oil if using.
- Transfer to a warm bowl and sprinkle with chopped cilantro and toasted coconut if desired.
Notes
Use full-fat coconut milk for the creamiest texture. Rinse rice to remove excess starch, keeping it light and fluffy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg