๐๐ฅฅ Pineapple Coconut Rice Recipe ๐๐
Description: This lively side dish brightens up almost any meal. It’s especially delicious with curry and spicy foods, bringing a tropical flair to your table.
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme
- 3/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups long grain rice
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup chopped green onion
- 1/2 cup flaked coconut
- Salt to taste
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 223.6
- Fat: 3.4g
- Saturated Fat: 1.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 304.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 45.4g
- Fiber: 2.4g
- Sugar: 11.6g
- Protein: 3.6g
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add diced onion, fresh thyme, dried thyme, and black pepper; sautรฉ for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in long grain rice and basmati rice, and cook for 1 minute to lightly toast the grains.
- Add diced pineapple, water, chopped green onion, flaked coconut, and salt to taste; bring to a gentle boil.
- Cover the saucepan with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot as a delightful side dish.
This Pineapple Coconut Rice recipe is a delightful fusion of tropical flavors and aromatic herbs, making it a perfect accompaniment to your favorite curry dishes or grilled meats. Enjoy the burst of sweetness from the pineapple and the richness of the coconut in every spoonful! ๐ด๐๐
