Instant Pot Coconut Rice (Perfect Every Time!)

Instant Pot Coconut Rice (Perfect Every Time!)

from minimalistbaker.com
22 min
4 servings

Subtly sweet and perfectly fluffy Instant Pot Coconut Rice! The quickest and easiest way to take your everyday rice to the next level. Perfect for pairing with curries and dals!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup jasmine, basmati, or long grain white rice
  • 3/4 cup canned light coconut milk
  • 3/4 cup water (or coconut water for natural sweetness)
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp cane sugar (optional for sweet rice — leave out if using coconut water)
  • Finely minced cilantro
  • Lightly toasted coconut flakes

Directions

  1. 1

    Add all ingredients to the Instant Pot and stir. Pressure cook on high for 4 minutes (it will take about 8-10 minutes for the Instant Pot to pressurize before cooking begins).

  2. 2

    Once the timer goes off, allow to naturally release for 10 minutes, then carefully release any remaining pressure. Carefully remove lid once steam has fully escaped. Taste and add additional salt if desired.

  3. 3

    This rice is delicious alongside curries, with soups, in bowls, and beyond! Option to garnish with cilantro and lightly toasted coconut flakes.

  4. 4

    Store cooled leftovers covered in the refrigerator up to 5-6 days, or in the freezer up to 1 month. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop with a little oil or water until warm.