Description
This Tropical Mango Lime Rice recipe combines fragrant jasmine rice cooked in rich coconut milk and vegetable broth with fresh, vibrant flavors from ripe mango, lime juice, and cilantro. Toasted coconut flakes add a delightful crunch, making this dish a luscious, refreshing side perfect for impressing dinner guests with a tropical twist.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Jasmine Rice
- 1.75 cups Vegetable Broth
- 0.33 cups Coconut Milk
- 2 tbsp Fresh Lime Juice
- 1 medium Ripe Mango, diced
- 0.25 cups Fresh Cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 cups Toasted Coconut Flakes
- 1 tsp Lime Zest
Instructions
- Rinse the Rice: Rinse 1 cup of jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch, ensuring fluffy, non-sticky cooked rice.
- Cook the Rice: In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice with 1.75 cups vegetable broth and 0.33 cups coconut milk. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer gently for 18 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Prepare Mango: While the rice cooks, peel and dice the ripe mango into small, uniform cubes to ensure even distribution in the dish.
- Toast Coconut Flakes: Heat a dry skillet over medium heat and toast 0.5 cups coconut flakes for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Rest and Fluff Rice: After cooking, keep the rice covered and let it sit off the heat for 5 minutes. Then fluff gently with a fork to separate the grains.
- Combine Ingredients: Gently fold the diced mango, 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice, 1 teaspoon of lime zest, chopped cilantro, and toasted coconut flakes into the fluffed rice to combine all flavors thoroughly without mashing the mango.
- Serve: Transfer the tropical mango lime rice to a serving dish and enjoy warm or at room temperature as a vibrant side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled or spicy mains.
Notes
- Rinsing the rice is essential for achieving fluffy texture without stickiness.
- Use fresh lime juice and zest for the best bright citrus flavor.
- Toasted coconut flakes add texture and a wonderful nutty aroma—do not skip.
- The rice can be made ahead and served chilled for a refreshing salad twist.
- Substitute vegetable broth with water and a pinch of salt if preferred for a lighter version.
