Basmati Coconut rice

Coconut rice is an excellent accompaniment to numerous Asian dishes and is well suited to curry dishes, stir frys and fish. Basmati rice is a long grain variety distinguished for its fragrance and delicate flavour. Cooked Basmati rice is free flowing grains rather than sticky and is available in white and brown.

Ingredients serve 6

2 tbls oil or ghee

2 cups basmati rice

400 ml coconut cream

2 cups water

½ tsp sea salt

Method

Heat oil or ghee in a non stick saucepan on medium heat and blend in the rice until the rice is well coated. Mix in coconut cream, water and salt and bring to the boil while stirring. Turn down to low heat and simmer for approx. 15 minutes. Blend the rice and remove from the heat. Let it rest covered for 5 minute and fluff rice before serving.

Note: Rice is always best if it is cooked immediately before being served.