Description
A deliciously creamy coconut rice dish with hints of pineapple, perfect as a side for many meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
- Simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, covered, until liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff the rice with a fork after cooking.
- Add the diced fresh pineapple and stir gently.
- Serve warm with your favorite dishes.
Notes
For creamier texture, adjust the coconut milk as needed. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: coconut rice, creamy rice, tropical side dish, rice recipes, easy coconut rice