Nasi Kuning (Yellow Rice)

Ingredients:
½ pounds Rice (washed thoroughly, until water runs clear).
Water
¾ tsp Turmeric
½ tsp Galangal (laos) powder
2 Bay leaves
1 ¼ cup Coconut milk

Preparation:
1. Place rice in covered saucepan. Cover rice with water (water should be 1 inch above rice). Boil
until water is almost evaporated.
2. In separate saucepan, bring to a boil turmeric, galangal powder, bay leaves, and coconut milk.
Pour the rice into this mixture.
3. Cook uncovered, over low heat, about 40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until all liquid has
evaportated and steam is escaping through the surface of the rice.
4. Serve hot. (6 servings)