Caribbean Coconut Pineapple Rice - Garnishes and Dreams

Caribbean Coconut Pineapple Rice

A vibrant, tropical side dish that instantly upgrades any meal. Sweet, savory, and bursting with island flavor.

Welcome to the GND Recipes Library! Elevate your standard side dish with this Caribbean-inspired rice. Cooking jasmine rice in coconut milk instead of water makes it incredibly rich and creamy, while the addition of our dehydrated pineapple and shredded coconut adds a brilliant tropical sweetness and chewy texture.

Recipe Details

  • Prep Time: 25 Minutes

  • Servings: 4

  • Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Jasmine rice (rinsed)

  • 1 can (13.5 oz) Coconut milk

  • 1/4 cup Water

  • 1/2 tsp Salt

  • GND Pineapple Half Slices (chopped into small pieces)

  • GND Shredded Coconut (toasted)

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Boil: In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, salt, and a handful of chopped GND Pineapple Half Slices.

  2. Simmer: Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to the lowest setting, cover tightly, and simmer for 15-18 minutes.

  3. Rest: Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes.

  4. Fluff & Garnish: Fluff the rice with a fork and generously fold in toasted GND Shredded Coconut before serving.

💡 GND Pro-Tip: By cooking the chopped GND Pineapple Half Slices directly in the coconut milk, they rehydrate completely, infusing the entire pot of rice with an intense, natural pineapple sweetness that pairs perfectly with grilled meats or seafood. 👉 Shop GND Pineapple Half Slices

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