Coconut-Scented Basmati Rice Recipe

Name: Coconut-Scented Basmati Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 small onion, minced (about 1/2 cup); 2 cups basmati rice, or other similar long-grained rice, picked over for stones and rinsed of excess starch; 1 bay leaf; Fine sea salt; 3 cups homemade chicken stock, low-sodium, store-bought chicken broth, vegetable broth, or water, simmering in a pot set over medium heat; Freshly ground white pepper; 5 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, minced (about 1/2 cup)
2 cups basmati rice, or other similar long-grained rice, picked over for stones and rinsed of excess starch
1 bay leaf
Fine sea salt
3 cups homemade chicken stock, low-sodium, store-bought chicken broth, vegetable broth, or water, simmering in a pot set over medium heat
Freshly ground white pepper
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk
1/4 cup chopped cilantro

1
Heat the oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
2
Add the onion and saute until softened but not browned, about 4 minutes.
3
Add the rice and stir to coat well with the oil, then add the bay leaf, 1 teaspoon salt, and hot broth.
4
Season lightly with pepper.
5
Bring to a boil over high heat, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, reduce the heat, and let simmer, removing the lid occasionally to stir with a fork to prevent scorching, until the grains are fully cooked but not clumped together, 18 to 20 minutes.
6
Use tongs to remove and discard the bay leaf.
7
Use a fork to gently stir and separate the grains and stir in the butter; coconut milk, and cilantro.
8
Transfer the rice to a serving dish, or spoon it alongside other components, and serve at once.

850

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 small onion, minced (about 1/2 cup), 2 cups basmati rice, or other similar long-grained rice, picked over for stones and rinsed of excess starch, 1 bay leaf, and more.

Yes, Coconut-Scented Basmati Rice falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Coconut-Scented Basmati Rice

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