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Coconut Rice

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ cups long-grain white rice basmati or jasmine
  • 1 can 400ml full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar optional
  • 2 –3 pandan leaves optional

Instructions
 

  • Rinse rice 2–3 times until water runs clear. Drain.
  • Add rice, coconut milk, and water to saucepan. Stir.
  • Add coconut oil, salt, sugar, and pandan leaves (if using).
  • Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Reduce to lowest heat, cover with lid.
  • Cook for 18–20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
  • Remove from heat. Rest with lid on for 5 minutes.
  • Remove pandan leaves. Fluff with fork. Serve.

Notes

Use full-fat coconut milk. Do not lift lid during cooking. Shake the can before opening.