Savory Coconut Fried Rice
Ingredients
- 1 pouch Mahatma® Ready to Heat Jasmine Rice
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro, divided
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
You won’t be able to resist our take on Coconut Fried Rice! Thanks to Mahatma® Ready to Heat Jasmine Rice, you can whip up a tasty traditional dish in just 5 minutes!
Step 1
Heat a medium wok or skillet over medium high heat. Add coconut and salt and toast, stirring constantly, until golden brown and fragrant.
Step 2
In a medium bowl combine coconut and rice, breaking up any clumps. Add sesame seeds and pepper. Stir in eggs and 3 tablespoons cilantro. Mix well.
Step 3
Add oil to wok and heat over medium high heat. Add rice mixture and stir fry until rice is hot and eggs are set, about 2 minutes.
Step 4
Serve garnished with remaining cilantro.
Recipe Tips
For a flavor boost, drizzle with sesame oil.
Top with fresh blueberries.
Recipe Video
Titoté Timesaver
The coconut reduction, known as titoté, typically gives this traditional side that irresistible taste. Of course, not everyone has the time to draw out all that flavor by making this tasty paste. That’s where this simple Coconut Fried Rice comes in! If you are up to taking on titoté, give this traditional Caribbean Arroz con Coco and Fried Plantains recipe a go!
Sweet and Savory
Depending on who you ask, coconut rice can be thought of as either sweet or savory. In Latin America, it’s typically served alongside seafood whereas in Thailand Sticky Rice is considered a sweet treat. Why not get the best of both worlds by mixing sweet and savory ingredients? Top this Savory Coconut Fried Rice with berries or brown sugar. Better yet, stir in some panela, the popular Latin American raw sugar, for some toasted notes!
Ready to Eat? Choose Ready to Heat!
Speaking of timesavers, with Mahatma® Ready to Heat pouches, convenience and quality go hand in hand. After a busy day, there’s nothing better than knowing you can whip up a simple yet satisfying meal in a matter of minutes. For an extra punch of flavor select a bag with naturally flavored Cilantro Limón or Garlic & Olive Oil Jasmine Rice. Stock up on all three jasmine varieties for endless meal possibilities!
Other Meal Inspiration
For something with more of a Latin American flavor, learn how to make these rice and beans tacos.
