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Easy Coconut Rice

This easy coconut rice is fluffy, fragrant, and made with simple ingredients like jasmine rice and creamy coconut milk for the perfect balance of richness and subtle sweetness. It’s a quick, versatile side dish that pairs beautifully with chicken, beef, seafood, or your favorite weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Asian, Thai
Servings 6

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 13.5 oz. coconut milk
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 tbsp sugar

Instructions
 

  • In a medium saucepan, add all ingredients together.
  • Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes until water is absorbed.
  • Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5–10 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
  • Serve and enjoy!
Keyword Asian inspired rice, coconut milk rice, coconut rice, dairy free rice, easy coconut rice, easy rice recipe, fluffy coconut rice, gluten free rice, rice side dish, stir fry side dish
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