Coconut Rice
HB-0640 · Hand-built original · Mozambican
Coconut Rice is a beloved dish in Mozambique, characterized by its creamy texture and rich coconut flavor. It is often served alongside fish or meat dishes, reflecting the coastal influences of the region and the importance of coconut in Mozambican cuisine.
Mozambicandaily35 min4 servings387 kcalGluten-freeEgg-freeLow Fat / Low Cholesterol
Main ingredient: rice
Servings:4quantities adjust to match
Ingredients
- 2 cups long-grain white rice, rinsed
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (1¾ cups) coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Method
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs mostly clear and drain well.
- Heat the oil in a medium pot with a tight-fitting lid over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the rice and stir for 1 minute to coat the grains in the oil.
- Pour in the coconut milk and water and add the bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Stir once and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender. Do not lift the lid while it cooks.
- Remove from the heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Discard the bay leaf, fluff the rice with a fork, and serve.
Prep: 10 min · Cook: 25 min · Total: 35 min
Nutrition (per serving, where published)
387 kcalCalories
7 gProtein
77.7 gCarbs
4.4 gFat
0.6 gSaturates
0.8 gFibre
1.2 gSugars
583 mgSodium
0 mgCholesterol
125 mgPotassium
14 mgCalcium
0.3 mgIron
1 servingServing
Estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data