Aromatic Jasmine Rice with Coconut and Lime

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-07 · Updated 2026-08-07

Fluffy jasmine rice cooked with creamy coconut milk and bright lime zest for a fragrant side dish perfect with tropical or Asian-inspired meals. This Asian Fusion-inspired rice and grain recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs jasmine rice, coconut milk (full fat), water for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 230 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 1/2 cups jasmine rice
• 1 cup coconut milk (full fat)
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 tsp lime zest
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp sugar
• 2 tbsp, chopped (optional) fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear to remove excess starch. Drain well.
2. Step 2: In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, 1 cup full-fat coconut milk, 1 1/2 cups water, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp sugar. Stir gently to combine.
3. Step 3: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low and cover with a tight-fitting lid. Simmer gently for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
4. Step 4: After 15 minutes, turn off the heat and let the rice steam covered for an additional 10 minutes to finish cooking and absorb the liquid.
5. Step 5: Remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork. Stir in 1 tsp lime zest and 1 tbsp lime juice for a bright citrus aroma. Optionally, sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro on top before serving for freshness.