Decadent Stove-Top Coconut Butter Rice Pilaf

Ingredients

- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable stock

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
Rinse 1 cup of long-grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Drain thoroughly.

2. Melt Butter and Coconut Oil:
In a medium-sized saucepan with a lid, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of coconut oil over medium heat until melted and shimmering.

3. Toast the Rice:
Add the rinsed and drained rice to the saucepan. Sauté gently, stirring occasionally, for about 3-4 minutes, or until the rice is lightly toasted and gives off a nutty aroma.

4. Add Liquids and Salt:
Carefully pour in 2 cups of water and 1/2 cup of your choice of chicken or vegetable stock. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

5. Bring to a Boil:
Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.

6. Simmer the Rice:
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer. Cook for about 15-20 minutes, until the rice has absorbed the liquid and is tender.

7. Rest and Fluff:
Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to allow the rice to firm up. Fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving.

8. Serve:
Plate the rice pilaf as a luxurious side dish, pairing perfectly with grilled meats, vegetables, or a rich curry.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT5M
5 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT20M
20 minutes

Total Time

- PT25M
25 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

- Coconut Rice
- Rice Pilaf
- Stove-Top Rice
- Dinner Side
- Easy Rice Recipe
- Butter Rice
- Coconut Oil
- Fluffy Rice
- Quick Dinner
- Aromatic Rice

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- 850 calories (total for the dish)

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