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.

Add 1 cup coconut milk, 1 cup soaked water, 1 teaspoon salt, and 3/4 teaspoon sugar to a pan and bring to a boil.

Once boiling, add 1 cup long grain rice to the pan.

Bring the mixture back to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pan.

Let it steam for 20 minutes without opening the pan.

After 20 minutes, turn off the heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes.

Fluff the rice with a fork after the resting period.

Mix in 1 tablespoon of finely chopped cilantro before serving.

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