Mai Tai-Infused Coconut Rice with Lemongrass

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

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A fragrant rice dish infused with rum, lemongrass, and coconut, inspired by the iconic Tiki cocktail and Pacific Island flavors. This Asian-inspired one-pot recipe, ready in about 43 minutes, pairs jasmine rice, coconut milk, Mai Tai rum for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 28 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 480 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 cup jasmine rice
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
2 tbsp Mai Tai rum
2 stalks, finely chopped lemongrass
1 tsp lime zest
1 tbsp sugar

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Instructions

Step 1: Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear, then drain thoroughly. In a saucepan, combine 1 can coconut milk, 2 tbsp Mai Tai rum, 2 chopped lemongrass stalks, 1 tsp lime zest, and 1 tbsp sugar, bringing to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat.
Step 2: Add the rinsed 1 cup jasmine rice to the simmering coconut mixture, stirring once to coat. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and reduce heat to low. Cook for 18 minutes without lifting the lid until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
Step 3: Remove from heat and let rest, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff rice gently with a fork, discarding any remaining lemongrass stalks, and serve warm with extra lime zest for garnish.