RICE COOKED IN RICH COCONUT MILK
(NASI UDUK/GURIH)

1 lb basmati rice, or jasmine
3 1/2 cups coconut milk, not cream of
1 stick lemon grass
2 small bay leaves, or more
1 pinch salt

Wash rice several times if using imported rice. Place rice in large pot or rice cooker with coconut milk, lemongrass stick, bay leaves and salt.

Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and cook until all moisture is absorbed, 18 to 20 minutes. Remove lemongrass stick and bay leaves.

Cover and let rice sit 5 to 10 minutes before serving. It should be soft but fluffy.

Makes 6 cups

Source: prepared by the Wives of Indonesian Civil Servants, a women's organization known as Dharma Wanita.