Thai-Style Fragrant Rice

Thai fragrant rice, also known as jasmine rice, is famous for its delicate aroma and fluffy texture. It is a staple in Thai cuisine and pairs well with a variety of dishes.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Thai-Style Fragrant Rice

Cooking Method: Stir-frying Cuisine: Thai Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Jasmine rice
• 1 cup Coconut milk
• 1 cup Water
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 1 stalk Lemongrass
• 1 cup Thai basil leaves
• 2 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 4 piece Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped lemongrass.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan.
4. Let the rice simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
5. Remove the lemongrass stalk and fluff the rice with a fork.
6. In a separate pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.
7. Add the cooked rice to the pan and stir-fry for a few minutes, until it is well-coated in the oil and heated through.
8. Season with salt and garnish with Thai basil leaves.
9. Serve the Thai-Style Fragrant Rice with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 2g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.