Coconut Red Rice

Total Time: 45 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients

• 1 cup red rice
• 2 1/4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 4 scallions
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 chili pepper
• 1 inch ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon coriander
• 1 large carrot
• 8 ounces green beans
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon molasses
• 1/2 cup fresh basil
• 1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Recipe

• 1 1. cook rice in water and salt according to directions on package.
• 2 2. stir-fry scallions, garlic, chili, ginger, coriander and carrot in oil.
• 3 3. add green beans.
• 4 4. add cooked rice. stir fry for a few minutes.
• 5 5. add coconut milk, soy sauce, and molasses. bring to a boil, and simmer for 2 minutes.
• 6 6. add basil and then top with toasted nuts. serve.