Coconut Lime Rice Soup 2 Ways Recipes

COCONUT-LIME SOUP WITH CHICKEN AND RICE NOODLES

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients except noodles in a large pot. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 12 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate; when cool enough to handle, shred meat from bones and discard bones. Add meat to soup.
• Cook noodles according to package directions, then add to soup. Add more fish sauce, if desired, and serve with lime halves for squeezing.

COCONUT LIME RICE RECIPE

Steps:

• Begin by rinsing the rice under cold water to get rid of some of the starch. Drain and set it aside.
• Use a large skillet and turn the heat to medium and add the coconut oil and butter. Once the butter is melted and oil is warm add the rinsed rice and coconut flakes.
• Cook the rice mix for a few minutes, then add the lime juice & zest, chicken broth, salt, and coconut cream/milk.
• Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to simmer, and cover the skillet with a lid. Simmer for 18-20 minutes.
• Remove the skillet from the heat. Keep the lid on and let the mixture sit for another 5 minutes to finish cooking.
• Remove the lid and fluff the rice with fork.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with cilantro and serve.

COCONUT LIME RICE

Steps:

• Rinse rice until the water runs clear; drain. Heat coconut oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir rice and coconut flakes for 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the lime juice, then add the coconut milk, chicken broth, salt and lime zest. Bring to a low boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and keep covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with fork and season with pepper.

COCONUT & LIME RICE

Steps:

• Cook the rice following pack instructions. Add the coconut about 5 mins before the end of the cooking time. Stir in the lime zest and juice, and the coriander. Serve immediately.