Zeelicious Foods

Fragrant Coconut Rice

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 33 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups rice washed
  • 1 small onion bulb finely diced
  • 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon scotch bonnet peppers
  • 2 tablespoons chopped celery
  • 2 cups coconut milk
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Transfer vegetable oil to a medium size pot and place on medium heat.
  • Next, add diced onions and sauté for about 30 seconds, then add minced garlic, celery and scotch bonnet peppers, sauté for a further 20 seconds.
  • Afterwards, add coconut milk and chicken stock or water and a sprinkle of salt. Stir to combine then add washed rice, stir again to combine.
  • Bring the contents of the pot to a slight boil, then turn down the heat to the lowest and cover the pot with aluminium foil before placing the lid.
  • Leave to cook for 30 minutes or until rice is soft.
  • Afterwards, add chopped parsley and fluff rice with a fork.
  • Serve with Chicken Curry Sauce or any sauce or stew of your choice.

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