Imagine a side dish so luxuriously creamy and fragrant that it turns every meal into a tropical culinary adventure. Our Crock Pot Coconut Rice is not just a recipe; it's a game-changing cooking hack that will transport your taste buds to a beachside paradise with minimal effort. Forget complicated rice-cooking techniques and say hello to the easiest, most foolproof method of creating restaurant-quality coconut rice right in your own kitchen!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 2 hrs
Total Time: 2 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Instructions
- Rinse the jasmine rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear, which helps remove excess starch and prevents clumping.
- Grease the interior of your crock pot with a light cooking spray or butter to prevent rice from sticking to the sides during cooking.
- Pour the rinsed jasmine rice into the crock pot, spreading it evenly across the bottom of the cooking vessel.
- Open the can of coconut milk and pour it directly over the rice, ensuring an even distribution.
- Add one cup of water to the rice and coconut milk mixture, which will help achieve the perfect moisture level for cooking.
- Sprinkle the salt and sugar over the rice, gently stirring to incorporate the seasonings throughout the mixture.
- Cover the crock pot with its lid and set the cooking temperature to low heat.
- Allow the rice to cook for approximately 2 hours, avoiding lifting the lid during the cooking process to maintain consistent temperature and moisture.
- After 2 hours, turn off the crock pot and let the rice sit covered for an additional 10-15 minutes to steam and fully absorb remaining liquid.
- Gently fluff the rice with a fork before serving, ensuring a light and fluffy texture.
- Serve hot as a side dish or base for your favorite Asian-inspired meals.
Tips
- Rice Rinsing is Key: Always rinse your jasmine rice thoroughly to remove excess starch, which prevents clumping and ensures a fluffy texture.
- Grease Prevention: Lightly spray or butter your crock pot's interior to prevent rice from sticking and make cleanup a breeze.
- Even Distribution Matters: When adding coconut milk and water, ensure even spreading for consistent cooking throughout the rice.
- Low and Slow is the Way to Go: Cooking on low heat allows the rice to absorb liquid gradually, creating a creamy, perfectly cooked result.
- Resist the Lid Temptation: Avoid opening the crock pot during cooking to maintain consistent temperature and moisture levels.
- Resting Period: Let the rice sit covered for 10-15 minutes after cooking to allow final liquid absorption and achieve optimal texture.
- Fluffing Technique: Use a fork to gently fluff the rice, separating the grains and creating a light, airy consistency.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 300kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 0mg
