Nasi Lemak (Coconut Rice)

[nverland]

Nasi Lemak (Coconut Rice)

2 cups (500 ml) jasmine rice, rinsed until the water runs clear,
drained
3 cups (750 ml) water
1 cup (250 ml) coconut milk
1 tsp (5 ml) salt
3 kaffir lime leaves, or a 2-inch (5 cm) strip of lime peel
A 6-inch (15 cm) piece of lemongrass, pounded with a mallet
A 1-inch (3 cm) piece of fresh ginger, peeled and crushed

Combine all the ingredients in a pot and bring to a boil over high
heat. Reduce the heat to low and cook covered, without stirring
or opening the lid, until all the liquid is absorbed, 20 minutes.
Discard the lime leaves, lemongrass, and ginger before serving.
Serves 4 to 6.