Coconut Rice Porridge

Name: Coconut Rice Porridge
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients: 1 cup jasmine rice, rinsed; 3 cups water; 1 can coconut milk (13.5 oz cans); 2 tbsp palm sugar, grated (or brown sugar); 1/4 tsp salt; 1 pandan leaf, knotted (optional); 1 ripe mango, diced; 1 banana, sliced; 1/4 cup toasted coconut flakes; 4 tsp honey, for drizzling; 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds

A creamy breakfast porridge made with jasmine rice, coconut milk, and traditional Thai flavorings. This comforting morning dish is topped with fresh fruits, nuts, and a drizzle of honey.

40 minEasyServes 4320 cal/serving

ThaiBreakfastStovetopVegetarianHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

1 cup jasmine rice, rinsed
3 cups water
1 can coconut milk (13.5 oz cans)
2 tbsp palm sugar, grated (or brown sugar)
1/4 tsp salt
1 pandan leaf, knotted (optional)
1 ripe mango, diced
1 banana, sliced
1/4 cup toasted coconut flakes
4 tsp honey, for drizzling
2 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

1

In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup rinsed jasmine rice, 3 cups water, and 1 knotted (optional) pandan leaf if using. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
2

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the rice is cooked and most of the water is absorbed.
3

Remove the pandan leaf. Add 1 can coconut milk (13.5 oz cans), 2 tbsp grated (or brown sugar) palm sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt to the rice. Stir well to combine.
4

Continue to cook over low heat, stirring frequently, for about 10-15 minutes until the mixture thickens to a porridge-like consistency. Add more water if needed to achieve desired thickness.
5

Divide the porridge among serving bowls. Top with diced 1 diced ripe mango, sliced 1 sliced banana, 1/4 cup toasted coconut flakes, and 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds.
6

Drizzle with 4 tsp for drizzling honey and serve warm.

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Questions

How long does Coconut Rice Porridge take?

As written, 40 minutes: 10 of prep and 30 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 2 (15 minutes): "Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the rice is cooked and most of the water is absorbed."

What should Coconut Rice Porridge look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 4: cook until the mixture thickens to a porridge-like consistency.

What can I use instead of pandan in Coconut Rice Porridge?

The entry for Coconut Rice Porridge calls for 1 pandan leaf, knotted (optional). In its place: A little vanilla extract fills the same aromatic role, though the flavor is different.

Is Coconut Rice Porridge vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 4 tsp honey, for drizzling. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan breakfast collection.

Does Coconut Rice Porridge contain sesame?

Yes: 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds. The full allergen list for this entry is sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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