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Coconut Jasmine Rice
This easy, flavor-packed Coconut Jasmine Rice makes a flavorful addition to your favorite main dishes! Its blend of nutty, savory, and sweet notes pairs well with various foods and comes together quickly on the stovetop or in the Instant Pot.
Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups white Jasmine rice thoroughly rinsed
- 1 14 oz can coconut milk
- 1 cup water 1/2 cup if cooking in the Instant Pot
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
Stovetop Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a saucepan or pot. Stir well.
- Bring the rice to a simmer. Cook with the lid slightly ajar for 20 minutes, until tender.
Instant Pot Instructions
- Place all ingredients into the Instant Pot. Pressure cook on high for 3 minutes.
- Natural-release the pressure before opening. Fluff the rice with a fork.
Notes
Storage Directions
- Refrigeration: Allow leftovers to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container and storing them in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Freezing: Portion cooled rice into smaller freezer-safe containers or bags and freeze for up to 1-2 months. Thaw frozen rice in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
- Reheating: Reheat refrigerated rice in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of water or coconut milk to restore moisture and prevent the rice from drying out.
- Use high-quality ingredients. For the best flavor and texture, choose premium jasmine rice and full-fat coconut milk; it will make a noticeable difference in the result!
- Thoroughly rinse the rice. Rinse the rice under cold running water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. This will help prevent the rice from becoming too sticky and ensure a fluffier texture.
- Shake the canned coconut well. Coconut milk often separates into cream and water in the can, so shake it well to reincorporate it before opening. This will help provide a consistent creamy texture throughout the coconut milk jasmine rice.
- Adjust the water ratio. Depending on your chosen cooking method, adjust the amount of water accordingly: use one cup for stovetop cooking, but reduce it to half of a cup for the Instant Pot to account for reduced evaporation.
- Don’t overcook. Watch the cooking time so the jasmine rice with coconut milk does not become mushy. If using the stovetop, keep the lid slightly ajar to allow some steam to escape so the rice cooks evenly without becoming too soft.
- Let it rest. After cooking, let the rice rest for a few minutes before fluffing and serving. This allows any excess moisture to be absorbed, enhancing the flavor and texture.
- Fluff with a fork. Once the rice has rested for a few minutes, fluff it gently with a fork rather than stirring with a spoon. This helps separate the grains and maintain a fluffy texture.