Nasi Kuning

I just returned from 3 weeks in Indonesia where I took a culinary course in Yogyakarta. This is one of the dishes I learned to make. I had previously made Nasi Kuning with a mix but this is MUCH better.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 2
• Yields: 2 cups

Ingredients

• 1  cup rice
• 2  cups water
• 1⁄2 cup coconut milk
• 2  inches  piece fresh lemongrass
• 2  bay leaves
• 1  teaspoon turmeric
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Smash the lemongrass with the edge of knife to release aroma.
2. Mix all of the ingredients together in a sauce pan.
3. Set on stove until it begins to boil.
4. Turn heat to low. Cover and cook until rice is done and the water is absorbed.
5. Removed bay leaves and lemon grass before serving.