Imagine transforming ordinary rice into a creamy, tropical delight that will transport your taste buds to a beachside paradise with minimal effort! This Instant Pot Coconut Rice recipe is about to become your new secret weapon in the kitchen - so easy, so delicious, and so quick that you'll wonder how you ever lived without it. Whether you're a busy home cook or a culinary adventurer, this foolproof method will have you creating restaurant-quality coconut rice that's guaranteed to impress everyone at the table.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the jasmine rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear, which helps remove excess starch and prevents clumping.
- Add the rinsed rice to the Instant Pot inner pot, then pour in the coconut milk and water. Sprinkle the salt evenly over the liquid.
- Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to "Sealing" position. Select the "Rice" setting or Manual/Pressure Cook mode at high pressure.
- Set the cooking time to 12 minutes. The Instant Pot will take about 5-7 minutes to come to pressure before cooking begins.
- Once the cooking cycle completes, allow a natural pressure release for 5 minutes. This helps the rice become fluffy and prevents it from becoming mushy.
- After 5 minutes, carefully perform a quick release of any remaining pressure by turning the valve to "Venting".
- Open the lid and fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains and incorporate the coconut milk evenly.
- Transfer the coconut rice to a serving bowl and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro leaves for added flavor and color.
- Serve hot as a delicious side dish or base for various main courses.
Tips
- • Always rinse your rice thoroughly to remove excess starch, which prevents clumping and ensures fluffy texture. • Use full-fat coconut milk for the richest, most luxurious flavor and creamiest results. • Don't skip the natural pressure release - those extra 5 minutes are crucial for achieving perfectly cooked rice. • For extra flavor, try toasting the rice in a bit of oil before adding liquids to enhance its nutty undertones. • Fresh cilantro isn't just a garnish - it adds a bright, fresh contrast to the creamy rice. • If you don't have an Instant Pot, this recipe can be adapted for stovetop cooking with slight modifications to liquid ratios and cooking time.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 0mg
