Coconut Lime Rice

Directions

1. 1
   Combine water and coconut in a small saucepan and simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Place a strainer over a small bowl and strain coconut mixture into bowl; reserving liquid, discarding coconut solids. You should have 2 cups coconut milk. Set aside.
3. 3
   In a skillet heat oil and then add rice, stirring over medium heat until rice changes color (7-10 minutes).
4. 4
   Stir in the reserved coconut milk and bring mixture to a boil.
5. 5
   Stir in salt, pepper and lime juice.
6. 6
   Cover and reduce heat to a simmer.
7. 7
   Simmer for 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.