Fluffy Jasmine Rice with Fragrant Oil

1Cooking the Rice 1. Rinse the jasmine rice (1 cup) under cold water (2 cups) until the water (2 cups) runs clear. Drain well.

2In a saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and water (2 cups). Bring to a boil over high heat.

3Cover with a lid, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender and the water (2 cups) is absorbed.

4Making the Fragrant Oil 1. In a small saucepan, heat the vegetable oil (2 tablespoons) over medium heat.

52. Add the minced garlic (1 clove), grated ginger (1 teaspoon), bruised lemongrass, and torn kaffir lime leaves (2). Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

63. Remove from heat and discard the lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves (2).

7Serving 1. Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and drizzle the fragrant oil over the rice.

82. Gently mix the rice and oil together to distribute the flavors evenly.