Laila – COCONUT RICE

COCONUT RICE

Prep : 5 MINS
Serves : 2
Cook : 35 Mins

Coconut rice makes for a delicious side dish to accompany veggies, curries and more. Coconut milk brings a creaminess to this rice that makes it irresistible. Topped with toasted coconut and nuts for a delightful crunch.

Skill level

Easy
Mild
Vegetarian

Ingredients

40g shredded coconut
1 tbsp Laila Sunflower Oil
½ tsp whole cloves
½ inch stick Laila Cinnamon Sticks
2 bay eaves
1-2 green chillies
120g Laila Jasmine Rice
1 can Laila Coconut Milk Rich & Creamy
Handful fresh coriander leaves, chopped
50g cashews, roughly chopped
150g peanuts
1 tsp salt

Method

Add the shredded coconut to a large stockpot over medium-high heat and lightly toast it. Remove to a small bowl and set aside.
In the same pot, add oil, cloves, cinnamon, bay leaves, green chillies and rice. Sauté for about 6-8 minutes, until the rice starts to brown. Add the coconut milk, stir and mix well.
Reduce the heat to a low simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the coriander, cashews and peanuts.
Season with salt, garnish with the toasted coconut and serve.
Serve with a curry made with Laila Red Split Lentils, and Laila Yoghurt, Mint & Coriander Poppadoms for a perfect meal combo at home!