Lime And Lemongrass Pilaf Recipe

Name: Lime And Lemongrass Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups basmati rice; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 2 None lemongrass stalks, pale section only, bruised; 5 None kaffir lime leaves, finely shredded; 1 None long fresh red chili, halved lengthwise, deseeded and finely chopped; 2 cups vegetable stock; 1/2 cup coconut milk; 6 None green onions, thinly sliced diagonally; 2 tbsp cilantro leaves, firmly packed; None None lime wedges, to serve

Servings: persons

1
Place rice in a sieve and rinse under cold, running water until water runs clear. Drain well and set aside.
2
Heat oil in a medium saucepan on medium. Add rice and stir for 1-2 minutes, until coated and starting to stick to base of pan. Add lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, chili, stock and coconut milk.
3
Increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Stir, reduce heat to lowest possible setting, cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook gently for 10-12 minutes, until all stock has been absorbed.
4
Remove saucepan from heat and stand (without lifting lid) for 5 minutes. Remove lemongrass and discard.
5
Add green onions and cilantro, and stir gently with a fork to incorporate evenly and separate grains. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

423

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups basmati rice, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 2 None lemongrass stalks, pale section only, bruised, 5 None kaffir lime leaves, finely shredded, and more.

Yes, Lime And Lemongrass Pilaf falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Lime And Lemongrass Pilaf

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