COCONUT LIME RICE

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A different rice that's delicious with island-type kabobs or other Carribean dishes. I think this will also be good with some pineapple tidbits and/or cherries added. Recipe source: Turtle Bay Cookbook

Provided by ellie_

Categories     Rice

Time 45m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups water
2 cups sweetened flaked coconut
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup basmati rice
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons lime juice

Steps:

  • Combine water and coconut in a small saucepan and simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes.
  • Place a strainer over a small bowl and strain coconut mixture into bowl; reserving liquid, discarding coconut solids. You should have 2 cups coconut milk. Set aside.
  • In a skillet heat oil and then add rice, stirring over medium heat until rice changes color (7-10 minutes).
  • Stir in the reserved coconut milk and bring mixture to a boil.
  • Stir in salt, pepper and lime juice.
  • Cover and reduce heat to a simmer.
  • Simmer for 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.9, Fat 10.6, SaturatedFat 7.7, Sodium 355.1, Carbohydrate 29.3, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 10.3, Protein 2.5

Mazen Azam
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This was a great recipe! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the coconut and lime added a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Pete Parks
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the rice always turns out perfect. I also love the flavor combination of coconut and lime.


Dipak Rijbhar
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are amazing. The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the coconut and lime add a tropical twist that's perfect for summer.


Chaudhary Muhammad Khan
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This coconut lime rice was a huge hit at my last dinner party! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the rice was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.


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