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Coconut Milk Rice with Pineapple Recipe

Coconut Milk Rice with Pineapple Recipe
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A flavorful and creamy Coconut Milk Rice with Pineapple recipe that combines tender white rice cooked in rich coconut milk with sweet pineapple tidbits, offering a delicious tropical twist perfect for a side dish or a light meal.

Ingredients

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Rice and Liquid

  • 1 1/2 cups White Rice
  • 14 oz can unsweetened coconut milk
  • 1 1/4 cups water
  • 1 tsp table salt

Fruit

  • 1 cup pineapple tidbits, drained

Instructions

  1. Rinse the Rice: Rinse the white rice thoroughly under cold running water to remove excess starch and prevent it from becoming sticky. Drain well before cooking.
  2. Combine and Cook: In a saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, unsweetened coconut milk, and table salt. Stir briefly to ensure the rice is evenly distributed and not sticking to the bottom. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Simmer: Once boiling, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer gently for approximately 25 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
  4. Add Pineapple and Serve: Remove the saucepan from heat, stir in the drained pineapple tidbits gently to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve warm.

Notes

  • Rinsing the rice helps achieve a fluffier texture by removing excess starch.
  • Use unsweetened coconut milk to avoid overly sweet rice and control flavor balance.
  • Drain pineapple tidbits well to prevent extra liquid from altering the rice texture.
  • You can garnish with toasted coconut flakes or fresh herbs like cilantro for additional flavor.
  • For a vegan-friendly dish, ensure the rice and accompaniments are prepared without animal products.

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Keywords: coconut milk rice, pineapple rice, tropical rice recipe, coconut rice, pineapple tidbits, creamy rice

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