COCONUT RICE

Ingredients

• 1 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 1 tbsp canola oil
• 2 cups jasmine rice
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 cups canned chicken broth
• 1 can (14 oz/398 mL) coconut milk
• 2 tbsp flaked coconut

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat , sauté red pepper, onion and garlic in oil for 2 minutes. Add rice, turmeric and salt; cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes.
2. Stir in broth and coconut milk; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 20 - 25 minutes or until rice is tender.
3. Transfer rice to a serving dish and sprinkle with coconut.