Zesty Coconut Lime Rice with Gingery Orange Marmalade

Elevate your rice game with this zesty, tropical twist! Fragrant coconut milk, tangy lime, and homemade gingery orange marmalade come together to create a burst of flavors. Topped with refreshing cilantro and parsley, this dish will transport your taste buds to paradise.
ingredients
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 ¾ cups coconut milk
- Zest and juice of 1 lime
- ¼ cup orange marmalade (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- ¼ cup freshly chopped cilantro
- ¼ cup freshly chopped parsley
- Salt to taste
steps
- 1.
In a saucepan, rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- 2.
In the same saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, lime zest, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and fluffy.
- 3.
While the rice is cooking, prepare the gingery orange marmalade by combining the orange marmalade, grated ginger, and lime juice in a small bowl. Mix well and set aside.
- 4.
Once the rice is done, remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
- 5.
Fluff the rice with a fork and drizzle the coconut oil over it, stirring gently to combine.
- 6.
Transfer the rice to a serving dish and top it with the gingery orange marmalade.
- 7.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and parsley.
- 8.
Serve hot and enjoy this tropical delight!