Coconut Red Rice

Submitted by AbbaGav

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

 

• Ready In: 45mins
• Ingredients: 16
• Yields: 3 cups
• Serves: 6

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.