Step 1

Measure rice into a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cool water for a few minutes, until the water runs clear.

Step 2

Place rice into the rice cooker along with coconut milk and salt. Fill the pot with water up to the 4 cup waterline.

Step 3

Close the lid, and depending on your brand of rice cooker, press the start or "white rice" button.

Step 4

Once rice is fully cooked, keep it on the warm setting while you quickly toast coconut in a dry skillet.

Step 5

Serve coconut rice in a large bowl and top with the toasted coconut.