Coconut Rice

Here's a simple way to dress up rice.

I serve it alongside prawns, salmon or halibut.

It would also be a good side dish for Sweet and Sour Meatballs or glazed chicken.

• 1 cup uncooked rice
• 1/2 cup finely chopped red pepper
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
• 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons butter
• 1/2 - 3/4 cup shredded coconut ( I used sweetened coconut)
• salt and pepper to taste

1. Cook rice as per package instructions.
2. While rice is cooking, chop red pepper, onion and celery.
3. Heat oil and butter in a non stick frying pan, add vegetables and saute until soft.
4. Add coconut and cooked rice and fry a bit longer until coconut browns a little.
5. Serves 4 as a side dish.