Banco Popular's Coconut Rice
A creamy rice dish with coconut, peas, and a hint of citrus, inspired by Puerto Rican flavors. This puerto rican-inspired vegan (vegan) ready in about 50 minutes pairs long grain rice, coconut milk, peas for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 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
- 1.5 cups long grain rice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup peas
- 1 small, diced onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a pot, sauté 1 diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves in 1 tbsp oil for 3 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Add 1.5 cups rice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir to coat grains, then add 2 cups vegetable broth and 1 cup coconut milk. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Step 3: Stir in 1/2 cup peas and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Cook for 2 more minutes until heated through. Fluff with a fork and serve.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Banco Popular's Coconut Rice take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 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 Banco Popular's Coconut Rice?
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 long grain rice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Banco Popular's Coconut Rice?
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 Banco Popular's Coconut Rice 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.
Is Banco Popular's Coconut Rice vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
