Thankfully, the food in Miami is less full of hype than LeBron’s decision, and it certainly won’t be a disappointment. The city’s Caribbean vibe extends past the aqua-blue ocean. It influences almost every aspect of its cultural life, including the music emanating from the bars and the sophisticated Nuevo Latino cuisine. The city’s energy is nonstop, and this translates to the plate.
Coconut rice with cilantro captures the vibrant essence of Miami’s Caribbean influence. The dish combines a medley of flavors, offering a spicy and fresh experience reflecting the city’s energetic and diverse culinary scene. Here is how to make this dish.
Coconut Rice with Cilantro Recipe
After tasting this dish and falling in love, no one ever believes how easy it is to make. If you’re a huge fan of coconut and looking for a little crunch, bake some sweetened coconut in the oven and toss it on top. We always keep a few cans of coconut milk and rice in the cupboard since it’s a great fallback when the fridge is bare.
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
2 cups coconut milk
1 cup jasmine rice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
kosher salt, to taste
2 tablespoons cilantro, minced
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Directions
In a medium saucepan, bring coconut milk to a boil. Add oil and rice and boil for 1 minute. Stir well. Reduce heat to simmer, cover tightly, and cook for 15 minutes, until most of the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender. Fluff rice with a fork, add butter and cilantro, and season with salt.
