Cook the Book: Sri Lankan Rice with Cilantro and Lemon Grass
You can never have too many side dish recipes, so give Cook the Book: Sri Lankan Rice with Cilantro and Lemon Grass a try. This gluten free, dairy free, and vegetarian recipe serves 4. One serving contains 503 calories, 11g of protein, and 13g of fat. If you have cinnamon stick, garlic, cardamom pods, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes.
Instructions
Wash the rice in several changes of water.
Drain. Soak in water to cover generously for 30 minutes.
Pour the oil into a medium-sized, heavy pan and set on medium-high heat. When hot, put in the cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon.
Let them sizzle for 5 seconds. Put in the curry leaves, garlic, ginger, and lemon grass. Stir around for a minute.
Add the drained rice and the cilantro. Turn heat to medium and stir for a minute.
Add the stock and salt and bring to a boil. Cover tightly, turn heat to very, very low, and cook gently for 25 minutes.