World Flavors Cookbook

Wali wa Nazi (Coconut Rice)

Fragrant rice cooked in fresh coconut milk — a staple of the Kenyan coast.

Cuisine: Kenya

Ingredients

• 2 cups long-grain rice
• 1.5 cups coconut milk
• 1.5 cups water
• 1 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Combine coconut milk, water, and salt in a pot. Bring to a boil.
2. Add rice and stir.
3. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook until liquid is absorbed (about 20 minutes).
4. Fluff with a fork and serve with fish stew or curry.