Ingredients
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup finely shredded unsweetened coconut
1 cup basmati rice
2 cups water
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
2 scallions, thinly sliced on the bias
Preparation
Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook coconut, stirring, until golden brown, about 6 minutes.
Set aside 2 tablespoons coconut. Stir rice into pan with remaining coconut. Add water and salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer, covered, until water is absorbed and rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
Garnish with reserved coconut and the scallions.
