Coconut Brown Rice

Be the first to rate & review!

The secret to the maxed-out flavor of this coconut brown rice dish? Coconut in three forms—milk, oil and shredded.

By
Adam Dolge
Headshot of Adam wearing a blue button up shirt on a white background
Adam Dolge

Adam Dolge is an award-winning journalist, freelance writer and recipe developer. He is the author and food photographer for the blog The Real Recipes, where he shares recipes inspired by his experience working for food magazines and professional test kitchens.

EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines
Updated on April 18, 2024
Tested by
EatingWell Test Kitchen
Eating Well Bio Page
Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen

The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters.

Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen
Reviewed by Dietitian
Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD
A portrait of Breana Killeen, M.P.H., RD
Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD

Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands.

EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines
Coconut Brown Rice
Photo: Jacob Fox
Active Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 5 mins
Servings:
6
Nutrition Profile:
Nut-Free Dairy-Free Soy-Free High-Fiber Vegan Vegetarian Egg-Free Gluten-Free
Jump to Nutrition Facts
Cook Mode (Keep screen awake)

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil

  • 2 medium shallots, sliced into rings

  • ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut

  • Pinch of salt plus 1/2 teaspoon, divided

  • 1 cup long-grain brown rice, rinsed

  • 1 (14 ounce) can light coconut milk

  • ½ cup water

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots and cook, stirring often, until starting to brown, 4 to 6 minutes. Add coconut and cook, stirring often, until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon and sprinkle with a pinch of salt.

  2. Add rice to the pot and stir to coat. Add coconut milk, water and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a low simmer, cover and cook until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, 40 to 45 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Serve the rice topped with the toasted coconut and shallots.

Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, May 2021

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

233 Calories
9g Fat
34g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size 1/2 cup
Calories 233
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 34g 12%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 5g 10%
Total Fat 9g 12%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Vitamin A 1IU 0%
Sodium 240mg 10%
Potassium 178mg 4%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Related Articles

Kaning Dilaw (Golden Rice)
Kaning Dilaw (Golden Rice)
50 mins
Mango Sticky Brown Rice
Mango Sticky Brown Rice
10 hrs
Cilantro Lime Brown Rice
Cilantro-Lime Brown Rice
1 hr 10 mins
curry lemon rice
Curry Lemon Rice
10 mins
Slow-Cooker Overnight Brown Rice Porridge
Slow-Cooker Overnight Brown Rice Porridge
8 hrs 5 mins
brown rice pilaf shot in a white bowl
Brown Rice Pilaf
50 mins
Rice Cake Snackwich
Rice Cake Snackwich
5 mins
3757193.jpg
Rice & Lentil Salad
15 mins
KANOM KROK (Thai Coconut Pancakes)
Kanom Krok (Thai Coconut Pancakes)
1 hr 10 mins
7784572.jpg
Coconut Black Rice Bowls with Tofu & Purple Asparagus
1 hr
a close up shot of rice on a white plate
Baked Rice with Roasted Corn, Peppers & Onions
2 hrs
Vegetarian Stuffed Cabbage
Vegetarian Stuffed Cabbage
2 hrs
3879366.jpg
Chitrannam (Lemon Rice)
15 mins
Easy Brown Rice
Easy Brown Rice
1 hr
4727227.jpg
Edamame & Veggie Rice Bowl
5 mins
4513584.jpg
Vegetarian Sushi Grain Bowl
20 mins