Coconut Fried Rice - Precious Kitchen - Ep 59

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while still providing coconut flavor.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola oil is often more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos can be a cheaper alternative.

coconut flakes

🥗Healthier: toasted nuts

💰Cheaper: dried shredded coconut

Toasted nuts add crunch and flavor, while dried coconut is often less expensive.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in diced carrots and bell pepper; cook until softened, about 4-5 minutes.

Add cooked rice to the skillet; stir to combine with vegetables.

Pour in coconut milk and soy sauce; mix thoroughly until rice is evenly coated.

Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.

Add peas and lime juice; stir until peas are warmed, about 2 minutes.

Season with salt and pepper to taste; mix well.

Remove from heat and fold in coconut flakes and chopped green onions.

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

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