RESTAURANT STYLE COCONUT RICE (COCONUT MILK)
This is a recipe for exceptionally fluffy, coconut rice! No gluggy coconut milk scum left on the surface, each grain is clean and fluffy. Make it Asian-restaurant style by adding pandan leaves OR kaffir lime leaves. Or finish with a sprinkle of toasted coconuts. Serve with: tropical, Caribbean, Indian and Asian foods. See recipe card below for COCONUT POWDER version (no rice rinse, no soak).
Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats
Time 17m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Rinse rice in water until the water runs pretty clear. (Note 1)
- Drain rice then soak in water for 15 minutes. Then drain.
- Add rice, coconut milk, water, sugar and salt into a small pot or large saucepan over medium high heat. Add pandan or kaffir lime leaf if making Asian restaurant style option.
- Bring it to a simmer so the entire surface of the liquid is rippling (not just the edges), give it ONE stir (not more!), place lid on and immediately turn heat down to LOW.
- Leave for 14 minutes.
- Remove from heat, and rest, undisturbed, for 10 minutes.
- Fluff with rubber spatula. Garnish with toasted coconut, if using, then serve.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 148 g, Calories 192 kcal
ISLAND GLAZED CHICKEN AND COCONUT RICE
This Island Glazed Chicken and Coconut Rice is a sweet and spicy tropical-inspired dish that will make you feel as though you're taking a mini vacation in the sunshine with every bite.
Provided by Tiffany
Categories Main Course
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Stir together rub ingredients. Rub seasonings all over chicken.
- In a large skillet or pot (one that has a lid) over medium heat, add butter and honey.
- When butter is almost melted, give it a good stir to coat the pan, and add chicken to the pan. Brown 2-3 minutes on each side, then transfer to a plate. (Chicken won't be cooked through at this point)
- Add rice to the pan, stir in coconut milk, water, sugar, and lime juice. Add chicken back to the pan so it is sitting on top of the rice.
- Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 20-25 minutes until liquid is absorbed, rice is tender, and chicken is cooked through. While chicken and rice is cooking, prepare the glaze.
- In a medium sauce pan combine soy sauce, brown sugar, sriracha, and garlic. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Stir together corn starch and water until dissolved, then stir in to sauce pan. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir until glaze thickens.
- Once chicken and rice are cooked, spoon glaze over chicken. Garnish with chopped pineapple, cilantro and lime wedges if desired and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 674 kcal, Carbohydrate 72 g, Protein 54 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 145 mg, Sodium 2254 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 30 g, ServingSize 1 serving
COCONUT RICE
Basmati rice is simmered in coconut milk, instead of water, giving it a rich flavor.
Provided by Emma Maher
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a large saucepan over high heat, combine rice, coconut milk and salt; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 535.4 calories, Carbohydrate 56.8 g, Fat 33.2 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 29 g, Sodium 19.8 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
TRUE BRAZILIAN RICE
Rice is a part of life in Brazil, it is a part of the culture, and it is something you need to know how to cook when making Brazilian food. Rice in Brazil is seasoned differently to rice in the USA or Europe. Recipe is from A Taste of Brazil blog.
Provided by Lavender Lynn
Categories Rice
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Wash the rice until the water runs clear and set aside to dry. Boil enough water for two cups. Chop the onions and garlic finely. Place a pan over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once olive oil is heated add the chopped onions and garlic.
- Sauté until fragrant; approximately 3 minutes. Add the dry rice to the pan and stir for an additional 3-4 minutes making sure that the rice does not stick to the bottom of the pan. Add the two cups of boiling water to the rice and the salt.
- Place a lid on the pan and cook on medium heat for 8 minutes. Decrease the heat to low and cook for another 10-15 minutes, or until the water has all evaporated. If the rice is not cooked yet, add a little bit more water!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.1, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 589.2, Carbohydrate 37.9, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.1, Protein 4
COCONUT RICE
The rice in this dish is cooked in a mixture of both coconut milk and water which gives it that slightly sweet and nutty flavor. Coconut milk is also jam-packed with nutrients and can help to lower cholesterol.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Saute 2 tablespoons minced ginger in a saucepan with butter. Add 1 cup rinsed basmati rice, 1 cup coconut milk, 1 cup water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat; cover and simmer until the liquid is absorbed, 15 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes off the heat; fluff with a fork. Garnish with cilantro and cashews.
BRAZILIAN CHICKEN WITH COCONUT MILK
This simple chicken in a vibrant coconut milk sauce will fill your kitchen with the enticing aromas of South American cooking. It's great served over pasta or rice.
Provided by MLYIN
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American South American Brazilian
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, mix the cumin, cayenne pepper, turmeric, and coriander. Place the chicken in the bowl, season with salt and pepper, and rub on all sides with the spice mixture.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the chicken in the skillet. Cook 10 to 15 minutes on each side, until no longer pink and juices run clear. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Heat the remaining olive oil in the skillet. Cook and stir the onion, ginger, jalapeno peppers, and garlic 5 minutes, or until tender. Mix in the tomatoes and continue cooking 5 to 8 minutes. Stir in the coconut milk. Serve over the chicken. Garnish with the parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.2 calories, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Cholesterol 71.9 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 29.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 234.4 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
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