LEMONGRASS AND GINGER RICE

Lemongrass and Ginger Rice image

Provided by mrogers

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 ½ cups water
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 tablespoons chopped lemongrass
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger
1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 small shallot, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped

Steps:

Bring 2 1/2 cups water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and water has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Set aside.
Puree lemongrass, 2 tablespoons water, 1 tablespoon oil, ginger, jalapeno pepper, shallot, and garlic in a food processor.
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; tilt skillet to coat with hot oil. Add pureed mixture to the skillet and cook until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add cooked rice and mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.4 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 5.5 mg, Sugar 0.3 g