Ingrid Hoffman’s Coca-Cola Rice

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 7

Ingrid Hoffman's flavor-filled Coca-Cola Rice recipe

by The Chefin Rice

Prep

5 min

Cook

28 min

Ready In

33 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
	2 cups long-grain rice
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	3 1/2 cups Coca-Cola
	1/4 cup raisins
	3 tablespoons almonds , sliced or 3 tablespoons almonds , slivered and lightly toasted

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

371

Sugar

38g

Fat

11g

When it comes to side dishes for your meals, look no further than Ingrid Hoffman's Coca-Cola Rice recipe. You're sure to impress your guests with the combination of rice, raisins, almonds and Coca-Cola. This rice recipe adds a hint of sweetness to your dinner plates and works well with most cuisines. Each spoonful will be bursting with flavor from the balanced combination of ingredients. And the best part? It is easy to prepare and pairs nicely with proteins such as chicken, beef, pork, or fish. Try it today and give your meal a twist of flavor with this simple yet delicious recipe.

Instructions

1.	Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2.	Add the rice and salt. Cook, stirring constantly, until the rice is lightly toasted, about 5 to 7 minutes.
3.	Add the Coca-Cola, raisins, and almonds. Stir well.
4.	Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil.
5.	Immediately reduce the heat to low and cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid. Continue cooking until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed, about 16 to 18 minutes.
6.	Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.
7.	Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.

PROS

This is a sweet and flavorful rice recipe that compliments many meal options.

The recipe is simple to prepare and can be made in large batches.

CONS

The high sugar content from the Coca-Cola and raisins may not make this recipe suitable for those with diabetes or who are on a low-sugar or low-carb diet.

This recipe may take some adjusting of cooking time and heat level to perfect.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

There aren’t many health benefits of Coca-Cola Rice as it is high in sugar and calories. However, consuming almonds in moderation may assist in reducing cholesterol and reducing the risk of heart disease.