EASY COCONUT RICE

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Once the can of coconut milk is opened, transfer the coconut milk to an airtight container; refrigerate up to a week. Or freeze leftovers of this easy coconut rice an ice-cube tray until solid, pop cubes into a resealable bag, and freeze up to six months. To use, heat on low until liquefied.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 slice bacon, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 jalapeno chile, minced (ribs and seeds removed for less heat, if desired)
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
Coarse salt
3/4 cup canned coconut milk
1 can (15 ounces) red kidney beans, drained
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 scallions, minced

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, brown bacon over medium-low heat, stirring often, about 8 minutes. Pour off fat. Add garlic, jalapeno, thyme, and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add coconut milk and 1 1/4 cups water; bring to a boil. Stir in beans and rice. Cover; reduce heat, and simmer until rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove from heat; stir in scallions. Let sit, covered, until water is absorbed, 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7 g

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