Yellow Coconut Rice (Tanzania)

Coconut rice is a popular dish in many tropical countries, including Tanzania. It is often served as a side dish or as a main course with various toppings or accompaniments.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Yellow Coconut Rice (Tanzania)

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Tanzanian Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Basmati Rice
• 1 cup Coconut Milk
• 1 cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoon Cilantro
• 1 tablespoon Lime Juice

Instructions

1. Rinse the basmati rice until the water runs clear.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, turmeric, salt, and black pepper.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan.
4. Let the rice simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is cooked.
5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the rice rest for 5 minutes.
6. Fluff the rice with a fork, then stir in the cilantro and lime juice.
7. Serve the yellow coconut rice hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 32g11%

Sugars 1g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.