Tampa Coconut Cilantro Rice

Tampa Coconut Cilantro Rice

This is a Kerala (Southern India) rendition of coconut rice. It’s a tad sweeter than regular rice which cuts through much of the spice found in an accompaniment of a spicy curry such as chicken curry.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Yield:
4 cups cooked rice
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups coconut water, or as needed
  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • salt, or as desired
  • 1 ½ tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 teaspoons unsalted butter

Directions

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.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

205
Calories
3g
Fat
41g
Carbs
4g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 205
% Daily Value *
Total Fat3g 3%
Saturated Fat2g 8%
Cholesterol5mg 2%
Sodium708mg 31%
Total Carbohydrate41g 15%
Dietary Fiber2g 6%
Total Sugars0g
Protein4g
Vitamin C3mg 17%
Calcium34mg 3%
Iron1mg 3%
Potassium306mg 7%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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