Acceso Popular Coconut Rice with Shrimp
A fragrant rice dish infused with coconut milk and shrimp, balanced with lime and cilantro for a tropical twist. This caribbean-inspired seafood ready in about 35 minutes pairs jasmine rice, coconut milk, peeled and deveined shrimp for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 8 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 1, juiced lime
- 3 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear. In a saucepan, combine rice, coconut milk, and 1 cup water. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
- Step 2: While rice cooks, heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add shrimp and cook for 2 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Step 3: Fluff cooked rice with a fork. Stir in lime juice, 2 tbsp chopped cilantro, and salt until well combined. Fold in shrimp and remaining cilantro just before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Acceso Popular Coconut Rice with Shrimp take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Acceso Popular Coconut Rice with Shrimp?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep jasmine rice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Acceso Popular Coconut Rice with Shrimp?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Acceso Popular Coconut Rice with Shrimp for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Acceso Popular Coconut Rice with Shrimp?
Caribbean seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better seafood dishes though.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
- ★★☆☆☆
The proportions seem off. Way too much of some ingredients.
