Creamy Coconut Pineapple Rice
A delightful dish combining sweet pineapple and rich coconut milk, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 0.5 cup water
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives or green onions
- 2 tablespoons toasted coconut flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons crispy fried shallots (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Combine the rinsed rice with coconut milk, water, salt, and brown sugar or honey in a medium saucepan. Stir and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in the pineapple chunks, cover again, and let it sit off the heat for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork.
- Top with chopped chives or green onions, and optionally, add toasted coconut flakes and fried shallots for extra flavor and crunch.
Notes
Use fresh pineapple for the best flavor. You can substitute basmati rice if preferred. Prepare the rice in advance and reheat when ready to serve.
Find it online: https://www.zaynkitchen.com/creamy-coconut-pineapple-rice/