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coconut sticky rice garnished with a lime and sesame seeds

Coconut sticky rice

The Hangry Chickpea
This sticky coconut lime rice is velvety, nutty, and slightly sweet - a perfect base for a buddha bowl with peanut sauce! It's easy to pick up with chopsticks, and works for sushi too! Ready to level-up your rice game? 
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Snacks & sides
Cuisine Thai
Servings 4 -6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup white basmati or jasmine rice
  • ¾ cup canned coconut milk
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 lime
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds optional
  • 2-3 Tbsp chopped cilantro optional

Instructions
 

  • 1. Prepare ingredients: boil coconut milk, water, and salt in a saucepan. Meanwhile, rinse rice until water is nearly clear. Usually, I need rinse for 1-2 minutes under running water, or soak 2-3 times in a bowl of water. 
  • 2. Cook rice: once water boils, add rice, stir once, then reduce heat to a simmer, and cover for 12-15 minutes, or until liquid has absorbed. If rice tastes done but still has liquid, cook uncovered for 1-2 minutes so liquid can evaporate. 
  • 4. Add flavor: add zest and juice of ½ of a lime. Fluff with a fork and serve, garnishing with sesame seeds and chopped cilantro if desired. 
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