Arroz de Coco e Papaia

Description

Rice, papaya, and coconut milk might seem like an odd combination. The mixture is, however, a delicious one.

Ingredients

• 1 cup rice
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 cups coconut milk
• 1 papaya, peeled, seeded and cut into small pieces (about 1 cup diced)

Directions

1. Place the rice, ¼ cup water, salt, cinnamon, and coconut milk in a medium-size pot and bring to a boil.
2. Cover, reduce heat, and cook for 20 minutes.
3. Fluff the rice with a fork and let stand for 10 minutes.
4. Mash half the papaya and mix it and the papaya cubes with the rice.
5. Serve hot.