Fragrant Coconut Milk Rice Recipe: Aromatic Malaysian Side Dish for Any Meal

Elevate your rice game with this fragrant coconut milk rice recipe inspired by Malaysian cuisine. Discover how to infuse fluffy jasmine rice with creamy coconut milk and aromatic pandan leaves for a delightful side dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup jasmine rice
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 cup water
• 2 pandan leaves (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
2. In a saucepan, combine rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, pandan leaves (if using), and salt. Stir well.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
4. Remove from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.

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