Yellow Rice (Nasi Kuning)

Ingredients:

½ pounds Rice (washed thoroughly, until water runs clear).

Water

¾ tsp Turmeric

½ tsp Galangal (laos) powder

2 Bay leaves

1 ¼ cup Coconut milk

Preparation:

§   Place rice in covered saucepan. Cover rice with water (water should be 1 inch above rice). Boil until water is almost evaporated.

§   In separate saucepan, bring to a boil turmeric, galangal powder, bay leaves, and coconut milk. Pour the rice into this mixture.

§   Cook uncovered, over low heat, about 40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until all liquid has evaportated and steam is escaping through the surface of the rice.

§   Serve hot. (6 servings)