Tropical Coconut Pineapple Rice Recipe
A delightful Tropical Coconut Pineapple Rice recipe combining fragrant jasmine rice cooked in rich coconut milk with sweet pineapple chunks, toasted shredded coconut, and a hint of lime juice. This flavorful dish is perfect as a refreshing side or light main, enjoyed warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical, Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Rice Base
- 1 cup jasmine rice (or basmati)
- 1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk
- ½ cup water
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Flavorings & Toppings
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- ⅓ cup toasted shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the Rice: Rinse the jasmine rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch for fluffy rice.
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, and salt, mixing gently.
- Bring to Boil: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring once to prevent sticking.
- Simmer the Rice: Once boiling, cover the saucepan and reduce heat to low. Let the rice simmer gently for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Rest the Rice: Turn off the heat and keep the pot covered, allowing the rice to sit and steam for 5 minutes for optimal texture.
- Fluff and Add Pineapple: Fluff the rice with a fork, then gently fold in the pineapple chunks and lime juice to combine flavors.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the toasted shredded coconut and chopped cilantro over the rice for added texture and freshness.
- Serve: Serve the tropical coconut pineapple rice warm, chilled, or at room temperature according to preference.
Notes
- Use fresh or canned pineapple chunks based on availability; if canned, drain well to avoid excess moisture.
- To toast shredded coconut, spread it evenly on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
- Jasmine rice is preferred for its fragrance but basmati rice works well too.
- Adjust lime juice to taste for more tanginess.
- Optional chopped cilantro adds a fresh herbal note but can be omitted if preferred.
- This dish can be enjoyed as a side with grilled meats or as a light vegetarian entree.
Keywords: coconut rice, pineapple rice, tropical rice, jasmine rice recipe, coconut milk rice, toasted coconut, lime rice
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