🇹🇿 Tanzanian Cuisine

Wali wa Nazi

Coconut Rice

Prep Time 30 min
Servings 4
Difficulty Easy
Calories 333 kcal

Fragrant rice slow-cooked in rich coconut milk with a pinch of salt, producing tender grains with a subtle sweetness that pairs perfectly with coastal Swahili curries.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1 Rinse rice thoroughly until water runs clear and drain well.
  2. 2 Combine coconut milk, water, and salt in a heavy pot and bring to a gentle boil.
  3. 3 Add rice and coconut oil, stir once, then reduce heat to lowest setting and cover tightly.
  4. 4 Cook for eighteen minutes without lifting the lid, allowing steam to do the work.
  5. 5 Remove from heat and let stand covered for five minutes, then fluff gently with a fork.
  6. 6 Serve as a bed for curries, stews, or grilled fish.

Did You Know?

Wali wa nazi is the daily staple of Zanzibar and the Swahili coast, where coconut palms have shaped cuisine for over a thousand years.