Yellow Coconut Rice

Infuse your meals with a burst of flavor and vibrant color with this irresistible Yellow Coconut Rice recipe! Featuring fragrant jasmine rice simmered in creamy coconut milk and a blend of aromatic spices like ground turmeric, cinnamon, and bay leaf, this dish offers the perfect balance of savory and subtly sweet notes. A hint of sugar enhances the coconut's natural richness, while turmeric delivers its iconic golden hue and anti-inflammatory benefits. Topped with fresh cilantro, this fluffy, golden-hued rice is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the ideal side dish to complement your favorite curries, roasted veggies, or grilled proteins. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Jasmine rice
• 1.5 cups Coconut milk
• 1 cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 whole Cinnamon stick
• 1 whole Bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh cilantro (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the turmeric and stir for 30 seconds to release its aroma.

Step 4

Pour in the coconut milk, water, salt, sugar, cinnamon stick, and bay leaf. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir gently to ensure the rice grains are well coated with the liquid.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.

Step 7

Let the rice simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the liquid is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 8

Turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Fluff the rice gently with a fork, removing the cinnamon stick and bay leaf.

Step 10

Transfer the yellow coconut rice to a serving dish and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1030.6 grams (1030.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	854

Total Fat 15.10g	19%
Saturated Fat 2.60g	13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2430mg	106%
Total Carbohydrate 166.90g	61%
Dietary Fiber 4.00g	14%
Total Sugars 27.40g
Protein 12.70g	25%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 126mg	10%
Iron 3mg	15%
Potassium 567mg	12%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 15.9%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 78.1%