Creamy Coconut + Brown Rice Porridge

a ceramic bowl filled with brown rice porridge topped with strawberry jam with a white tea towel on a stone background

5 from 6 votes

Creamy Coconut + Brown Rice Porridge

This luscious porridge is made with brown rice simmered in creamy coconut milk with a dash of vanilla and a pinch of salt. A topping of swirled strawberry jam is the sweetening factor to this hearty breakfast!

Prep Time5

Cook Time40

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 794kcal

Author: Leigh Anderson

Ingredients

1 c short-grain brown rice
1 13.5oz can full fat coconut milk reserve 2-3 tbsp of coconut milk for drizzling at the end
2 c water
1 tsp vanilla extract or 1/2 a vanilla bean pod
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1/4 c strawberry jam for serving

Instructions

Rinse the brown under cold water then transfer to a small pot. Next, pour in the coconut milk, water, vanilla and salt then place over medium heat and bring to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low, adjusting as necessary to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook for about 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until almost all of the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
When it's done the porridge should be thick and creamy, similar to the consistency of oatmeal or risotto. If it becomes too thick while it's cooking you can add more water as needed. To serve, divide the porridge between bowls and top with a swirl of strawberry jam and a drizzle of the reserved coconut milk. Enjoy warm!

Notes

My porridge came out too thick/thin! How do I fix it?

When cooking things like grains and oats into a porridge consistency it’s very easy for the mixture to become too thick and gluey, or too thin and runny. Luckily, either outcome is an easy fix! If your porridge is too thick simply add more water or coconut milk. If you’ve made your porridge the night before this trick will be especially useful when reheating as the rice will absorb a lot of moisture overnight and need to be rehydrated. If your porridge is too thin or runny it just needs to cook a bit longer. Place it back on the stove top and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes. Be sure to leave it uncovered so the liquid can easily evaporate.

Storing and Reheating Leftovers:

Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to four days. Reheat on the stovetop over medium low heat.

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