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Thomas Baker

Coconut Rice Instant Pot or Stove Top Easy Delicious Guide

Discover how to make perfectly fluffy Coconut Rice Instant Pot or Stove Top style using jasmine rice and creamy coconut milk. This easy Recipe For Coconut Rice pairs wonderfully with Hawaiian White Rice or Thai White Rice dishes, making it a versatile side for Indian, Jamaican, and Thai cuisines. Enjoy a simple yet flavorful Coconut Rice Recipe Easy to prepare for any meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 cups cooked rice
Calories: 351
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups jasmine rice
  • 13.5 ounce can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 ½ cups water or coconut water
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Wash the jasmine rice thoroughly using a fine mesh strainer until the water runs clear.
  2. Pour the coconut milk and water into a medium saucepan and place over high heat.
  3. Bring the mixture up to a boil.
  4. Add salt and the rinsed rice, then reduce to a simmer.
  5. Cover the pot, lower the heat, and cook gently for 15 to 20 minutes until all the liquid is absorbed.
  6. Take the pot off the heat while still covered and allow the rice to rest for 15 minutes.
  7. Lift the lid and gently fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
  8. Serve right away or keep the rice stored in an airtight container inside the fridge for up to a week.

Notes

  • For Instant Pot preparation, use 2 cups jasmine rice, 13.5 ounces coconut milk, ½ cup water, and ½ teaspoon salt. Rinse rice then combine all ingredients in the Instant Pot and seal the valve. Cook at high pressure for 3 minutes, then allow a natural pressure release for 10 minutes before releasing any remaining pressure. Fluff before serving. To enhance coconut flavor, swap coconut milk for coconut cream or water for coconut water. Adding 1-2 tablespoons sugar gives a sweeter taste. Always use long-grain white rice to keep the texture fluffy, avoiding short or medium grain to prevent stickiness.