Coconut Lime Rice Recipe
The creamy coconut and bright lime make Coconut Lime Rice a delicious, easy side dish. It’s perfect with grilled meats, tacos, or anything that needs a flavorful rice base.
Servings: 8
Calories: 217kcal
Ingredients
- 1 c basmati rice
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tsp butter
- 1/4 c flaked coconut finely chopped
- 1 c coconut cream or coconut milk
- 1 c chicken broth
- 1 lime zested and juiced
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by rinsing the rice under cold water to remove excess starch. Drain and set it aside.
- Use a large skillet, turn the heat to medium, and add the coconut oil and butter. Once the butter has melted and the oil is warm, add the rinsed rice and coconut flakes.
- Cook the rice mixture for a few minutes, then add the lime juice, zest, chicken broth, salt, and coconut cream/milk.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the skillet with a lid. Simmer for 18–20 minutes.
- Remove the skillet from the heat. Keep the lid on and let the mixture sit for another 5 minutes to finish cooking.
- Remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with cilantro and serve.
Notes
To STORE Coconut Cilantro Lime Rice leftovers, let the rice cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. It will stay fresh in the refrigerator for 3–5 days. For longer storage, FREEZE it in a sealed container or freezer bag for up to 1 month, packing it tightly to prevent freezer burn.
When REHEATING, add a little bit of water to retain moisture; otherwise, the rice may become dry and crunchy. Thaw frozen rice in the refrigerator overnight before reheating. Reheat on the stove top over low heat or in the microwave, covered, until warmed through. Avoid reheating multiple times to maintain the best texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 217kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 123mg | Potassium: 144mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 18IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg
