Description
Creamy Coconut Pineapple Rice is a tropical delight that combines the rich flavors of coconut milk with juicy pineapple chunks, creating a dish that’s both refreshing and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat)
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- Pinch of salt
- Fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear; place in a medium saucepan.
- Add coconut milk and water to the rice; stir gently.
- Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for another 10 minutes. Stir in pineapple chunks, brown sugar, and salt until evenly mixed.
- Fluff with a fork and serve warm, garnished with cilantro if desired.
Notes
- This dish can be served as a side or main course.
- Use fresh pineapple for a brighter flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg