coconut rice recipe | How to make coconut rice

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + coconut extract

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining a coconut flavor.

coconut flakes

🥗Healthier: toasted oats

💰Cheaper: shredded coconut

Toasted oats add texture and are often less expensive.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

Heat oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add mustard seeds and cook until they pop, about 1-2 minutes.

Stir in chopped onion, ginger, garlic, and green chilies; sauté until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Add curry leaves and cook for another minute.

Pour in coconut milk and water, then add drained rice and salt.

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

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

Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork and stir in coconut flakes.

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