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Easy Sesame Coconut Rice with Jasmine Rice

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Hannah Kling
This sesame coconut rice is fluffy, fragrant, and packed with subtle coconut richness and nutty sesame flavor. It’s the perfect easy side dish for rice bowls, stir fries, grilled proteins, and all of your favorite Asian-inspired meals.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients  

  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 3/4 cup canned light coconut milk (well shaken)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds (or toasted sesame seeds)

Instructions

  • Add the jasmine rice to a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold water for 30–60 seconds, or until the water runs mostly clear. This helps remove excess starch and gives the rice a fluffier texture.
  • Transfer the rinsed rice to a medium saucepan. Pour in the coconut milk, water, sesame oil, and salt. Stir once to evenly combine.
  • Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
  • Once boiling, immediately reduce the heat to low. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and let simmer for 15 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender. Avoid lifting the lid while cooking.
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat and keep covered for 10 minutes. This allows the rice to finish steaming and helps create the best fluffy texture.
  • Remove the lid and gently fluff the rice with a fork. Add the sesame seeds and lightly mix until evenly distributed.
  • Serve warm as a side dish or use as a base for rice bowls, stir fry meals, grilled chicken, salmon, shrimp, tofu, or your favorite Asian-inspired recipes.

Notes

  • Jasmine rice gives the best soft, fragrant texture, but basmati rice can work if needed.
  • Be sure to shake the canned coconut milk well before measuring so the cream and liquid are combined.
  • Keep the lid closed while simmering and resting for the fluffiest rice.
  • Black sesame seeds add a beautiful look, while toasted sesame seeds add deeper nutty flavor.
  • For a richer version, use full-fat coconut milk instead of light coconut milk.
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