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Thai-Style Fragrant Rice: A Delightful, Flavorful Side Dish

Thai-Style Fragrant Rice is a delicious and aromatic side dish that brings together the rich flavors of coconut milk, fresh herbs, and spices. Jasmine rice is cooked in a blend of coconut milk, water, ginger, soy sauce, lemongrass, and curry leaves, creating a fragrant and creamy rice dish. Thai basil adds a fresh touch to complete this flavorful rice, making it the perfect accompaniment to Thai curries, grilled meats, or stir-fried vegetables.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients

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  •  ½ cups jasmine rice
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 1 ½ cups thick coconut milk
  • 2 teaspoons minced ginger
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1 plump lemongrass stalk, tender white inner bulb only, minced
  • 15 leaves fresh curry leaves, chopped
  • 15 leaves Thai basil, chopped

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice under cold water. Combine the rice, water, coconut milk, ginger, soy sauce, lemongrass, and curry leaves in a saucepan and stir. Bring to a boil over medium heat; reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered until rice is tender, about 10 minutes. Fold the basil into the rice. Serve immediately.

  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Cuisine: Thai

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 438 per serving