How to Make Filipino Coconut Garlic Fried Rice (Sinangag) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Filipino cuisine is known for its bold flavors and unique culinary traditions, and one dish that perfectly encapsulates these qualities is Sinangag – a fragrant and flavorful coconut garlic fried rice. This dish is a staple in Filipino households and is often enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The rich and nutty flavor of coconut paired with the aromatic and pungent taste of garlic make this dish a true delight for the senses.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncooked jasmine rice
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • ½ (15 ounce) can unsweetened coconut cream
  • 2 teaspoons ground turmeric (Optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons coconut oil
  • ¼ cup finely chopped garlic
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 45 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Put rice in a large bowl with enough water to cover by a few inches. Swirl with your fingers, then drain. Repeat until the water runs clear, about 3 times.
  • Stir together rice, 1 1/2 cups water, coconut cream, turmeric, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Chill, uncovered, 2 to 4 hours or overnight.
  • Heat coconut oil in a 12-inch skillet or wok over high heat. Add garlic; cook until it just begins to brown, about 1 minute. Add rice and spread in an even layer. Cook, without stirring, until lightly browned and crisp on the bottom, about 4 minutes. Add fish sauce. Cook, stirring, until fully combined and heated through, about 2 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    341 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Sodium: 360mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 58g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 17g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 13mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 75mg