Ginger Coconut Rice Recipe

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Ingredients:

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2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp fresh ginger , julienne strips peeled
1 1/2 cups long- grain rice , rinsed well in several changes of water and drained
1 3/4 cups water
1/3 cup canned unsweetened coconut milk
1 small bay leaf
1/2 tsp salt
tabasco sauce
2 scallions, minced (optional)
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, minced (optional)
1 tsp coconut extract ( gives this dish a nice kick, but leave if out if you want a milder flavor, or if you) (optional)

Directions:

In a medium saucepan, heat oil over moderately high heat until hot, but not smoking. Sauté ginger for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add rice and cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Add water, coconut milk, bay leaf, salt, Tabasco, and extract. Bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cook covered, 20 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
Remove pan from heat and sprinkle rice with scallions and cilantro. Let rice stand 5 minutes and fluff with a fork. Discard bay leaf and serve.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	78.06 Kcal (327 kJ)
Calories from fat	76.36 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	8.48g	13%
Sodium	198.04mg	8%
Potassium	50.51mg	1%
Total Carbs	1.22g	0%
Sugars	0.5g	2%
Dietary Fiber	0.43g	2%
Protein	0.37g	1%
Vitamin C	1.4mg	2%
Iron	0.3mg	2%
Calcium	13.1mg	1%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	83.37 Kcal (349 kJ)
Calories from fat	81.56 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	9.06g	13%
Sodium	211.51mg	8%
Potassium	53.94mg	1%
Total Carbs	1.31g	0%
Sugars	0.54g	2%
Dietary Fiber	0.46g	2%
Protein	0.4g	1%
Vitamin C	1.5mg	2%
Iron	0.4mg	2%
Calcium	14mg	1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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