Coconut Turmeric Rice

 

25min · 6 servings

2 cups uncooked jasmine rice, basmati works well too
• 1 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 jalapeño, diced, seeded for less spice
• 1 small diced shallot
• 1 tsp salt, to taste
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 tsp ground turmeric
• 13.5 oz canned light coconut milk
• 1 cup water
• 2 cups arugula
• 2 tsp lime zest
• 1/3 cup loosely packed chopped cilantro

Instructions:
• Rinse rice until the water runs clear, set aside.
• In a medium pot or dutch oven on medium heat add coconut oil, jalapeño, pepper, turmeric, and shallot.
• Sauté for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant.
• Add rice, salt, coconut milk, lime zest and water. Stir together and increase the medium-high heat.
• Once it comes to a boil, reduce the heat, cover and cook for 14-16 minutes.
• Fluff w