Description
A delicious and creamy coconut jasmine rice that pairs perfectly with a variety of dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Jasmine Rice
- 1 cup Coconut Milk
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 medium Green Bell Pepper
- 1 medium Red Bell Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
- 1/4 cup Fresh Coriander Leaves
- 2 limes, Lime Wedges
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine jasmine rice, coconut milk, and water. Bring to a gentle boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- In a large skillet, heat coconut oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and diced green and red bell peppers. Sauté for an additional 5-6 minutes until peppers are soft.
- Season the mixture with black pepper, salt, turmeric, and red pepper flakes, and cook for another minute.
- Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and add it to the skillet. Mix well to combine.
- Heat everything together for 2-3 minutes, stirring gently to combine flavors.
- Transfer to serving plates, garnish with coriander leaves, and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Can swap jasmine rice with basmati or long-grain rice.
- Full-fat coconut milk is recommended for best results.
- Garnish with extra lime wedges for a refreshing touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg