NIGERIAN VEGETABLE COCONUT RICE RECIPE*Navinas kitchen

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

mixed vegetables

🥗Healthier: fresh vegetables

💰Cheaper: frozen vegetables

Fresh vegetables enhance flavor and nutrition.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil adds healthy fats and flavor.

seasoning cubes

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: none

Homemade blend allows control over salt and additives.

Rinse rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Soak rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

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

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

Add bell pepper and carrot, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.

Stir in mixed vegetables and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.

Add drained rice to the pot and stir to combine with vegetables.

Pour in coconut milk and add bay leaves, curry powder, and seasoning cubes.

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

Simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.

Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork, adding lime juice and cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

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