Coconut Cilantro Rice: Elevate Your Rice Game with a Tropical Twist!
Tired of the same old plain rice? Say aloha to a quirky and fun flavor explosion with Coconut Cilantro Rice! This tropical delight will transport your taste buds to sun-kissed beaches and swaying palm trees, even if you’re just sitting in your kitchen!
Imagine fluffy, aromatic rice infused with creamy coconut milk and a burst of fresh cilantro. It’s like a vacation in a bowl! This rice is not only a great side dish but also a versatile base for many exciting meals.
Pair it with your favorite curries, from spicy Thai to comforting Indian, for a heavenly tropical twist. Feeling adventurous? Serve it alongside grilled pineapple and zesty lime-marinated chicken for a truly tropical feast. Trust us; your taste buds will thank you for the adventure!
Not only is Coconut Cilantro Rice an exotic delight on its own, but it also doubles as a party favorite. Stuff it into bell peppers or use it as a filling for burritos to wow your guests with a burst of tropical flair.
So, if you’re ready to embark on a flavorful escapade, grab your apron, and whip up this coconutty, cilantro-infused magic. Let’s take your rice game to a whole new level of quirky deliciousness!
Coconut Lime Rice
- Yield: Serves 2-4 1x
Ingredients
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tsp butter
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
- 1 lime, zested and juiced
- 1 cup full fat coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Rinse the rice and let the water drain away.
- place the coconut oil and butter into a medium sized pot.
- Add the rice and the coconut, cook, stirring for 3-4 minutes.
- Add the lime zest and juice, coconut milk and chicken broth. mix well and bring to a slow boil.
- Reduce the heat and simmer for 12-18 minutes 0r until all of the liquid has been absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Fluff, add salt and serve.
- Category: Recipes, Sides
Help! I was ready to make this but there is no mention in the ingredients or instructions about the cilantro. It is in the title! Did I miss something?
My husband and I love this rice recipe! We love and miss this Caribbean, and this takes us back there immediately! Every time I start testing or juicing lime, my husband gets a whiff and says: “Mmmmm, Monserrat!”. Most recently we made this to accompany Maple Coconut Seared Salmon (also a recipe of Alain’s on this site). They were perfect and so delicious together. Highly recommend! This rice recipe is now a staple in our recipe rotation.
Hello chef, What a great recipe! I really like rice but my husband is not a fan. I made your coconut lime rice to serve with salmon and he loved it! It’s a keeper đŸ˜‹
We really enjoyed seeing you and enjoyed your lobster poutine at the Acadian World Congrès!
Can you kindly add the ingredient for the cilantro? It’s in the recipe title but not in the ingredients list. Thanks so much!
-Pam