Clinton Kelly's Coconut Rice*

By cnn23

Ingredients

• 2 cups White Rice
• 2 1/2 cups Water
• 1 13.5-ounce can Coconut Milk
• 1/2 cup shredded Sweetened Coconut (lightly toasted)
• 1/2 cup Golden Raisins (soaked in warm water for 5 minutes)OPTIONAL
• 3 Scallions (thinly sliced on a bias; plus more for garnish)

Preparation

Step 1

Rinse rice under cool running water. Combine the rice, water, coconut milk and a teaspoon of salt in a medium sauce pot. Over high heat, bring to a boil then reduce to a low simmer. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook for 20 to 25 minutes or until all the liquid has been absorbed. Check doneness then remove from heat. Allow rice to sit for 8 to 10 minutes covered before fluffing with a fork.
Stir in the toasted coconut, drained golden raisins and sliced scallions. Garnish with peanuts and more scallions.