Description
This Coconut Cilantro Lime Brown Rice is a flavorful and aromatic side dish, perfectly cooked in a rice cooker for convenience. Combining creamy coconut milk with zesty lime juice and fresh cilantro, this recipe elevates simple brown rice into a delicious and vibrant accompaniment for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice and Cooking Liquid
- 1 ½ cups brown rice
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
Finishing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the rice cooker: Add the brown rice, chicken or vegetable broth, coconut milk, butter or olive oil, and ½ teaspoon salt into the rice cooker. Close the lid and set it to cook until the rice is tender, which generally takes about 25 minutes depending on your rice cooker.
- Alternative stovetop method: If you prefer, you can cook the rice on the stovetop by bringing the broth and coconut milk to a boil in a pot. Add the brown rice, butter or oil, and ½ teaspoon salt, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for 16-20 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Add fresh flavors: Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a bowl if desired, then stir in the lime juice, chopped cilantro, and ¼ teaspoon salt to enhance the flavor. Mix well and serve warm as a vibrant side dish to your favorite main courses.
Notes
- You can use either chicken or vegetable broth to keep the dish vegetarian or enhance flavor.
- For a vegan version, substitute butter with olive oil or a plant-based butter alternative.
- Adjust the salt to your preference, especially if your broth is already salted.
- Fresh cilantro and lime juice added at the end keep their brightness and freshness.
- This rice pairs well with grilled meats, seafood, or tofu dishes.
