Coconut Lime Rice Pudding
Coconut Lime Rice Pudding is a delightful dessert that combines the tropical flavors of coconut and lime with creamy rice pudding. This recipe is a popular treat in the US Virgin Islands cuisine, perfect for a sweet ending to any meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 1/2 cups coconut milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- Zest of 2 limes
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut, toasted (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the jasmine rice, coconut milk, sugar, lime zest, lime juice, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and the mixture has thickened.
- Remove the rice pudding from the heat and let it cool for 5 minutes.
- Divide the rice pudding into serving dishes and sprinkle with toasted shredded coconut.
- Chill the rice pudding in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 40 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Fat
- 5g
- Protein
- 3g
Supplies
Medium saucepan Serving dishes
Tools
Spatula Zester Juicer
Serving suggestions
Serve the Coconut Lime Rice Pudding chilled, garnished with additional lime zest and a wedge of lime for a refreshing presentation.
Tips & tricks
For a creamier texture, stir in a little extra coconut milk before chilling the rice pudding.
Cost
$8