HOW TO MAKE NIGERIAN COCONUT RICE EASY (EFIZZY FOODS)

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: coconut cream diluted with water

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil adds healthy fats, while canola is less expensive.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: habanero

Jalapeños are milder, while habaneros are more accessible.

chicken or vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth is healthier and cheaper than store-bought.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

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

Sauté chopped onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Add bell pepper and cook for another 2 minutes.

Stir in curry powder and thyme, cooking for 1 minute.

Pour in coconut milk and broth, bringing to a simmer.

Add soaked rice, bay leaves, and salt, stirring to combine.

Cover the pot and reduce heat to low, cooking for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.

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

Fluff rice with a fork and stir in peas and carrots.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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