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Leftover Coconut Rice Recipe: A Delicious Way To Use Up Your Leftovers

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Description

We all have those days when we cook more rice than we need. Instead of throwing it away, why not turn it into a delicious meal? This leftover coconut rice recipe is perfect for using up any leftover rice you have in your fridge. It's a quick and easy meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is only 10 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is 20 minutes.

Ingredients

The ingredients you will need for this recipe are:
  • 2 cups of leftover rice
  • 1 can of coconut milk
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon of curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro

Equipment

The equipment you will need for this recipe are:
  • A large skillet
  • A wooden spoon
  • A measuring spoon
  • A can opener

Method

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and cook until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add the curry powder and cook for another 30 seconds.
  4. Add the leftover rice and stir to combine with the onion and garlic mixture.
  5. Add the can of coconut milk, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Stir to combine all ingredients and bring to a simmer.
  7. Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low.
  8. Cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the coconut milk has been absorbed by the rice.
  9. Stir in the chopped cilantro.
  10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

If you don't have leftover rice, you can make a fresh batch and let it cool before using it in this recipe. You can also add some vegetables like peas, carrots, and green beans to make it a more nutritious meal.

Nutrition Info

This recipe serves four people and has the following nutrition information per serving:
  • Calories: 349
  • Total fat: 21g
  • Saturated fat: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 606mg
  • Total carbohydrates: 36g
  • Dietary fiber: 2g
  • Sugars: 2g
  • Protein: 5g

Recipe Tips

  • Use a non-stick skillet to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
  • If you want to make this recipe vegan, use a vegetable-based curry powder instead of the traditional curry powder.
  • You can also use leftover quinoa or other grains instead of rice.
  • Leftover coconut rice can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • You can reheat the leftover rice in the microwave or in a skillet with a little bit of water to prevent it from drying out.

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