Home-style Caribbean fare is often accompanied by coconut rice, a wonderful side dish to temper the heat of spicy food. Pair it with the spicy okra for a simple and satisfying vegetarian meal.
Active time: 10 min Start to finish: 35 min
Recipe information
Yield
Makes 8 side-dish servings
Ingredients
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Preparation
Step 1
Rinse rice in a sieve under cold running water 2 to 3 minutes, then drain well.
Step 2
Melt butter in a 2- to 3-quart saucepan over moderately high heat. Add rice and cook, stirring constantly, until it becomes opaque, about 3 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in coconut milk, water, cinnamon, and salt and bring to a boil.
Step 4
Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, 20 minutes, then remove from heat and let stand, covered, 5 minutes. Discard cinnamon stick and fluff rice with a fork.