Coconut Jasmine Rice Delight (Printable)

Aromatic jasmine rice cooked in creamy coconut milk with subtle sweetness and rich flavor.

# What You Need:

→ Rice

01 - 1 cup jasmine rice

→ Liquids

02 - 1 cup full-fat unsweetened coconut milk
03 - 1 cup water

→ Seasonings

04 - ½ teaspoon salt
05 - 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)

# How-To:

01 - Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear; drain thoroughly.
02 - In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, salt, and sugar if using. Stir to mix evenly.
03 - Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
04 - Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
05 - Remove from heat and let the rice rest, covered, for 10 minutes to fully absorb the liquid.
06 - Fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The coconut milk creates a naturally creamy texture that makes you feel like you've spent hours in the kitchen when you've barely spent twenty minutes.
  • It pairs effortlessly with almost anything, from curry to grilled vegetables, making it the kind of side dish that disappears first from the table.
  • Jasmine rice's subtle floral notes become even more pronounced when cooked this way, turning an ordinary weeknight dinner into something memorable.
02 -
  • Never skip the rinsing step, even though it feels unnecessary; cloudy starch left on the rice will make it stick together instead of fluffing into individual grains.
  • That 10-minute resting period after cooking is non-negotiable and often the difference between rice that's slightly sticky and rice that's absolutely perfect.
  • If your coconut milk separates in the can with a thick cream layer on top, stir it thoroughly before measuring so the texture remains creamy throughout.
03 -
  • Invest in a saucepan with a heavy bottom and a lid that fits snugly; these two things alone make a noticeable difference in even cooking and steam retention.
  • Full-fat coconut milk separated in the can is actually a sign of quality, so don't be alarmed by the thick cream layer on top; just stir it back together before measuring.
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