Description
A quick and easy dish combining coconut milk and colorful bell peppers, bringing tropical flair to your meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Jasmine Rice (Substitute with basmati or long-grain rice if desired)
- 1 cup Coconut Milk (Use full-fat for richness)
- 1 cup Water (Use equal parts with coconut milk)
- 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil (Can be substituted with other oils)
- 1 cup Green Bell Pepper (Substitute with yellow or orange bell peppers for added sweetness)
- 1 cup Red Bell Pepper
- 1 medium Onion (Yellow or sweet onions work best)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Fresh garlic is preferred for maximum taste)
- 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder (Adjust according to your taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (Optional for a spicy kick)
- 1/4 cup Fresh Coriander Leaves (Chopped)
- 2 pieces Lime Wedges (Serve with the dish)
Instructions
- Rinse the Jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Heat the coconut oil in a medium pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and minced garlic; cook until the onions become translucent.
- Stir in the green and red bell peppers; cook for about 5 minutes, or until the peppers soften slightly.
- Add the rinsed rice to the pot and stir well to coat the rice with the oil and veggies.
- Pour in the coconut milk and water; add black pepper, salt, turmeric powder, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed all the liquid.
- Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork and stir in the chopped coriander leaves.
Notes
Serve warm topped with fresh coriander leaves and lime wedges. Pairs well with grilled chicken or shrimp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: coconut rice, vegan rice dish, tropical rice, easy side dish