JASMINE RICE WITH COCONUT & CHERRIES

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Our favorite coconut jasmine rice deserves a bit of color and sweetness. We add cherries, peanuts and orange zest. That does the trick. -Joy Zacharia, Clearwater, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2-1/2 cups water
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups uncooked jasmine rice
1/3 cup dried cherries
1/4 cup chopped salted peanuts
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring water, oil and salt to a boil. Stir in rice; return to a boil, stirring once. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until water is absorbed, 15-17 minutes., Stir in cherries, peanuts and orange zest; let stand, covered, 10 minutes. Sprinkle with coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 332mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Emmaculate Orinya
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This recipe sounds delicious! I'm definitely going to try it this weekend.


James Finlay
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I'm a beginner cook. Is this recipe easy to follow?


Olyva Naks
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I'm allergic to cherries. Can I substitute another fruit, like blueberries or raspberries?


Phoebe Wright
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This recipe is a great idea for a potluck or party. It's easy to make and can be served warm or cold.


Dha Negro
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I'm not a big fan of coconut, but this recipe sounds intriguing. I might give it a try.


Sarah Wolfe
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This recipe looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Meh Moh
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I had a hard time finding coconut milk, so I used regular milk instead. The rice still turned out okay, but it didn't have the same flavor.


Michael Gentry
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I think it would be better with some added spices.


jaya Hoss
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a new and delicious rice dish.


Manuh Spanleez
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This rice dish is a great side dish for any meal.


Happy Mdlalose
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This recipe is easy to follow and the rice turns out perfect every time.


Jason Schmidt
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I love the combination of flavors in this rice dish. The coconut and cherries are a perfect match.


Dharmendra Gupta
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This recipe is a great way to add some variety to your rice dishes. The coconut and cherries give it a unique and delicious flavor.


ayaz sajid
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I've made this rice dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and the ingredients are easy to find.


Michele Phillips
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the cherries and coconut added a delicious sweetness and crunch.