Oma's Clove Scented Rice Recipe
coconut, turmeric, pandan, fried shallot (v)
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Rinse the Rice
Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Coconut Mixture
In a medium bowl, combine coconut milk, water, turmeric powder, salt, and cloves. Mix well.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a rice cooker or a pot, add the rinsed rice, pandan leaves, and the coconut mixture. Stir gently to combine.
- 4
Cook the Rice
If using a rice cooker, turn it on and let it cook until the rice is done. If using a pot, bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- 5
Fluff and Serve
Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork, removing the pandan leaves and cloves. Serve the rice topped with fried shallots.