Coconut Red Rice

Creamy coconut milk, ginger, garlic and basic make this dish quite unique.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 6
• Yields: 3 cups

Ingredients

• 1  cup  red rice
• 2 1⁄4 cups water
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 2  tablespoons  oil
• 4  scallions
• 3  garlic cloves
• 1  chili pepper
• 1  inch ginger, grated
• 1  teaspoon  coriander
• 1  large carrot
• 8  ounces green beans
• 1⁄2 cup coconut milk
• 1⁄4 cup soy sauce
• 1⁄2 teaspoon molasses
• 1⁄2 cup fresh basil
• 1⁄4 cup  slivered almonds, toasted

Directions

1. 1. Cook rice in water and salt according to directions on package.
2. 2. Stir-fry scallions, garlic, chili, ginger, coriander and carrot in oil.
3. 3. Add green beans.
4. 4. Add cooked rice. Stir fry for a few minutes.
5. 5. Add coconut milk, soy sauce, and molasses. Bring to a boil, and simmer for 2 minutes.
6. 6. Add basil and then top with toasted nuts. Serve.