Coconut Ginger Jasmine Rice Broccoli (Printable)

Creamy coconut-infused rice paired with crispy roasted broccoli for a comforting Asian-inspired meal.

# What You’ll Need:

→ For the Jasmine Rice

01 - 1 cup jasmine rice
02 - 1 cup unsweetened full-fat coconut milk
03 - 1 cup water
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
05 - 1 clove garlic, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon salt
07 - 1 tablespoon coconut oil

→ For the Roasted Broccoli

08 - 1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

→ Garnish (Optional)

13 - 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
14 - 2 tablespoons toasted coconut flakes
15 - Lime wedges

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat your oven to 425°F.
02 - In a large bowl, toss broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, pepper, and chili flakes if using. Spread evenly on a baking sheet.
03 - Roast broccoli in the oven for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway, until edges are golden and crisp.
04 - Meanwhile, rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
05 - In a saucepan, heat coconut oil over medium heat. Add grated ginger and minced garlic; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
06 - Add rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, and salt. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
07 - Remove from heat and let rice stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
08 - Serve rice topped with roasted broccoli. Garnish with cilantro, toasted coconut flakes, and lime wedges if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The coconut milk transforms ordinary rice into something creamy and luxurious without any dairy
  • Fresh ginger adds a gentle warmth that builds subtly, making each bite more interesting than the last
  • Roasted broccoli brings a satisfying crunch that balances the soft, fragrant rice perfectly
02 -
  • Don't skip rinsing the rice, as that extra starch makes the final texture gummy instead of fluffy
  • Letting the rice rest off the heat is crucial, those extra minutes allow moisture to redistribute evenly
  • Crowding the broccoli on the baking sheet will steam instead of roast, so use two pans if needed
03 -
  • Use a microplane or fine grater for the ginger to avoid any fibrous bits in your rice
  • If your coconut milk has separated, give the can a good shake or whisk it together before measuring

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