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INGREDIENTS

¼ tsp. ground cardamom
1 cup flaked sweetened coconut
1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups long-grain rice
3½ cups water
1½ tsp. salt
1 tsp. unsalted butter
2 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
RECIPE

  • Heat a saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Add cardamom; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant (about 15 seconds). Transfer cardamom to a small bowl.
  • Add coconut to pan; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant and just beginning to brown (about 2 minutes). Add to cardamom.
  • Add oil and garlic to pan. Sauté, stirring often, just until garlic is fragrant but not browned (about 20 seconds).
  • Stir in rice; sauté 3 minutes.
  • Stir in reserved coconut mixture, water, and salt; bring to a simmer.
  • Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Fluff with a fork. Add butter, stirring gently until melted. Stir in cilantro.
 

SERVING SUGGESTION

SERVING SIZE:
 ¾ cup

NUMBER OF SERVINGS:
 10

NUTRITION FACTS
 
Calories  198

Total Fat 5 g

Sodium 385 mg

Total Carbohydrates 34 g

Fiber 1 g

Protein 3 g
 

This information is for educational purposes only. It does not replace the advice of your physician. If you have any medical concerns or issues, contact your physician.