FESTIVE RICE

Preparation Method :

• Put the jasmine rice in a large strainer and rinse it thoroughly under cold water. Drain well.
• Heat the oil in a frying pan with a lid. Cook the garlic, onions, and turmeric over low heat for 2 - 3 minutes, until the onions have softened.
• Add the rice and stir well to coat in oil.
• Pour in the water and coconut milk and add the lemon grass. Bring to boil, stirring.
• Cover the pan and cook gently for 12 minutes, or until all the liquid has been absorbed by the rice.
• Remove the pan from the heat and lift the lid.
• Cover with a clean dishtowel, replace the lid, and leave to stand in a warm place for 15 minutes.
• Remove the lemon grass, mound the rice mixture in a cone on a serving platter, and garnish with the accompaniments, then serve.