Tampa Coconut Cilantro Rice

Tampa Coconut Cilantro Rice

The subtle sweetness of this basmati rice, cooked in coconut water and finished with cilantro and butter, goes well with spicy curries.

Preparation Time
5 mins
Cooking Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Calories
205 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Bring 1 cup coconut water to a boil in a saucepan. Add basmati rice and salt, cover, and reduce heat to simmer. Stir occasionally, adding more coconut water as needed, until rice is soft but not mushy, about 15 minutes.
Step 2
Remove rice from heat, stir in cilantro and butter, and cover again. Let stand until coconut water is absorbed and flavors have blended, about 5 minutes more.
Tampa Coconut Cilantro Rice

Ingredients

  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 2 teaspoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cups coconut water, or as needed
  • salt, or as desired
  • 1.5 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

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