coconut rice pudding

noun

UK /ˈkəʊ.kə.nʌt raɪs ˈpʊd.ɪŋ/

US /ˈkoʊ.kə.nʌt raɪs ˈpʊd.ɪŋ/

A sweet, creamy dessert made by cooking rice with coconut milk and sugar.

Grandma made a warm bowl of coconut rice pudding for dessert.

SYNONYMS

coconut rice rice pudding coconut dessert creamy rice dessert

RELATED WORDS

coconut milk sticky rice tapioca pudding kheer dessert

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A Southeast Asian sweet treat often served during festivals.

We shared coconut rice pudding at the New Year celebration.

3. A breakfast dish made with leftover rice simmered in sweetened coconut milk.

He ate coconut rice pudding with fresh mango for breakfast.

4. A vegan alternative to traditional dairy rice pudding.

This coconut rice pudding uses no milk or eggs, so it's perfect for vegans.