Coconut Rice
Prep Time
5 minsCook Time
24-25 minsFree Time
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Sweet and savory coconut rice has never been easier! Full-fat coconut milk brings this dish to the next level, pairing beautifully with dishes like Butter Chicken Curry or Steamed Chicken with Ginger Scallion Sauce.
All of Anyday’s recipes are tested (and retested!) in many different microwaves and home kitchens to make sure they work — and work well.
What You’ll Need
What You’ll Need
Ingredients
- ½ shallot, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter, diced
- ¾ cup (145g) basmati rice
- 1 cup (240ml) water
- ⅓ cup full-fat coconut milk
- Salt, to taste
Preparation
- Add the shallot, butter, rice, water, coconut milk, and salt to the Anyday dish and stir to combine.
- Cover with the lid (knob lifted), and cook in the microwave at Power Level 4for 24-25 minutes, or until the liquid is almost fully absorbed and the rice is cooked through and tender. Once cooked, let the rice rest for 5 minutes with the lid still on for the rest of the liquid to absorb.✕
Certain foods cook best in the microwave at lower power levels.
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Different microwaves have different settings. See your microwave manual (or look it up online) to learn how to change your microwave’s power level.
For many microwaves: enter the cook time, press the “Power” (or “Power Level”) button, and select a number between 1-10. Other microwaves may require selecting the Power Level first, and then entering the cook time.
Microwaves list power levels in different ways. Here’s a guide to help you adjust:
PL 10 = 100% = High (default)
PL 9 = 90% = High
PL 8 = 80% = Med-High
PL 7 = 70% = Med-High
PL 6 = 60% = Medium
PL 5 = 50% = Medium
PL 4 = 40% = Med-Low
PL 3 = 30% = Med-Low
PL 2 = 20% = Low
PL 1 = 10% = Low
You will know if the power level has been successfully changed if you hear periodic changes in the microwave’s tone after it begins cooking.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and enjoy.
Serving suggestions & tips
- Add curry leaves and toasted cashews for a delicious twist.
- Add some lemongrass or makrut lime leaves for extra aromatic rice.
- For a sweet dessert, serve with ripe mango and a drizzle of sweetened condensed milk.
Recipe notes
- If it’s taking longer than expected, increase the power level by 1. If it’s bubbling over or the lid is lifting, decrease the power level by 1.
- Microwave ovens vary, even with the same wattages. Adjust cooking times as needed.
