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Vegetable Coconut Rice

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  • Author: lucia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant and nourishing dish made with fragrant jasmine rice, creamy coconut milk, and a medley of fresh vegetables, perfect for a healthy meal any time of the day.


Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked white jasmine rice
  • 2 1/4 cups low sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup shallot, finely diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 cups roughly chopped baby bok choy
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt (more to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 (14 oz) can full fat coconut milk
  • 2–3 green onions, diced


Instructions

  1. Cook the rice with vegetable broth according to package directions; typically bring it to a boil, then cover and simmer for about 15 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat and let steam for an additional 10 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add shallots and garlic, and sauté until fragrant and golden, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Incorporate chopped baby bok choy and spinach into the skillet, cooking until tender, about 3–4 minutes.
  6. Season with ground turmeric, sea salt, and black pepper.
  7. Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and fold it into the vegetable mixture.
  8. Pour in the can of full-fat coconut milk and stir until combined.
  9. Simmer for an additional 3–5 minutes to meld flavors.
  10. Garnish with diced green onions before serving.

Notes

Utilize a heavy-bottomed skillet for even heating and prevent sticking. For extra richness, consider adding toasted coconut flakes as a garnish.