Ingredients
- 2 cups long-grain or basmati rice
- 2 cups thick coconut milk
- 2 cups water
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (optional)
Make it step by step
- Wash the rice thoroughly until the water runs clear.
- Soak the rice in water for 20 minutes, then drain.
- In a cooking pot, combine the coconut milk, water, and salt.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Add the drained rice and stir once.
- Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot tightly.
- Cook for 20–25 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Remove the pot from the heat and allow it to rest for 5–10 minutes.
- Fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving.
Nutrition and portions
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Recipe source
Adapted from Wikibooks Cookbook by Wikibooks contributors, under CC BY-SA 4.0. Formatting adapted; listed quantities and instructions are retained from the source.
Contributor history and attribution
Cook times in the method are source guidance, not a record of testing in our kitchen. Check food temperatures and ingredient labels when cooking.