Coconut Basmati Rice

By adriennehannis

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus more to taste
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion (about 1/2 medium onion)
• 1 1/2 cups basmati or other long-grain white rice
• 1 cup unsweetened light coconut milk, well stirred
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar

Preparation

Step 1

In a heavy, medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. When foamy, add the onion and cook, stirring, until soft, about 2 minutes. Add the rice and stir to coat the grains, about 1 minute. Add the coconut milk, 1 1/4 cups water, the salt, and sugar. Stir well to combine. Bring to a boil and immediately reduce the heat to the lowest setting. Cover and cook for 25 minutes. Remove from the heat and let stand for 10 minutes. (The rice will stay hot for about 20 minutes left covered in the pan.) Add more butter, if desired, and fluff with a fork before serving.