Fragrant Caribbean Coconut Rice with Summer Fresh Grilled Vegetables

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: coconut cream diluted with water

Light coconut milk reduces calories while still providing coconut flavor.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while sunflower oil is often less expensive.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering.

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

Stir in curry powder and cook for an additional minute.

Add drained rice to the pot and stir to coat with the oil and spices.

Pour in coconut milk and water; add bay leaves, salt, and pepper.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the pot.

Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork and mix in diced carrots, peas, and bell pepper.

Drizzle with lime juice and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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