Sweet Coconut Rice
Sweet Coconut Rice is a fragrant, lightly sweet side with lush coconut aroma and a soft, slightly sticky texture. Made with coconut milk and a hint of sugar, it complements spicy curries, grilled meats, or tropical-inspired mains, adding a mellow richness that balances bolder flavors.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Assemble all the ingredients.
- 2
In a saucepan, stir together the rice, coconut milk, and water. Stir until the sugar dissolves into the liquid.
- 3
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then lower the heat to medium-low. Cover the saucepan and simmer until most of the liquid is absorbed by the rice, 15 to 20 minutes.
- 4
With the saucepan still on the burner, turn off the heat and let the rice steam until sticky, 5 to 10 minutes more.
- 5
Top with shredded coconut.
- Calories 326.11 kcal Moderate
- Protein 5.71 g Moderate
- Carbs 68.22 g Moderate
- Total Fat 2.94 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 2.62 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 20.69 mg Low Source
- Fiber 2.34 g Low Source
- Sugar 7.2 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 3.1 g Moderate
- Calcium 214.68 mg Moderate
- Iron 2.29 mg Moderate
- Potassium 28.29 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 1.99 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.