🥥 Arroz con Coco (Easy Leftover Rice Version)
Transform plain leftover rice into a rich, buttery Arroz con Coco in less than 10 minutes. Instead of reheating yesterday’s rice and serving a boring side dish, this easy recipe gives it new life with fresh coconut water, grated coconut, and butter. The result is fluffy, fragrant coconut rice with a subtle tropical flavor that pairs beautifully with almost any meal.
This quick coconut rice recipe is perfect for busy weeknights because it uses ingredients you may already have on hand. It’s an excellent side dish for grilled seafood, shrimp, fish, pork, chicken, or steak, and it also complements Caribbean, Latin American, and tropical-inspired meals. Whether you’re looking for a creative way to use leftover rice or simply want an easy coconut rice recipe, this delicious dish brings fresh flavor to your table in just minutes.
🥥 Arroz con Coco (Easy Leftover Rice Version)
Arroz con Coco (Easy Leftover Rice Version)
4
servings10
minutes15
minutes300
kcalIngredients
2 cups cooked white rice (leftover rice works perfectly)
1 cup fresh coconut water
2 tablespoons butter
½ cup fresh grated coconut
Pinch of salt (optional)
Directions
- In a pan over medium heat, boil the coconut water.
- Add the 2 tablespoons of butter and let it melt completely.
Stir in the cooked rice. - Add the grated coconut and mix well.
- Reduce to low heat and cook for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and add a pinch of salt if needed.
- Serve warm and enjoy your creamy, aromatic coconut rice 🥥🍚