Coconut Rice

Directions

1. 1
   Wash and drain teh rice well.
2. 2
   peel and finely chop the onion.
3. 3
   Heat oil over medium heat and add the onion, cinnamon stick, 3/4 of the coconut and lime zest.
4. 4
   Gently fry, without browning, until the onion is soft.
5. 5
   Add the rice and salt and mix well.
6. 6
   Add the water, mix well and bring to the boil.
7. 7
   Cover tightly, turn the heat down to the lowest setting, and cook for 20 minutes without uncovering for any reason.
8. 8
   Toast the remaining 1/4 of the coconut in a dry pan until browned.
9. 9
   Remove rice from heat and let stand, without uncovering for 5 minutes.
10. 10
    Uncover and fluff with fork.
11. 11
    Sprinkle with toasted coconut.