Coconut Rice (Nasi Lemak)

• 6 cups (1450 ml) basmati rice
• 7 cups (1680 ml) coconut milk
• Salt
• 1–2 pandan leaves tied in a knot (optional)
• 2 in of fresh ginger root (optional)

Ingredients for 14 servings (3 kg) · the original recipeShow how each ingredient was counted

Method

1. 1

   Rinse the rice and set it aside.

2. 2

   Meanwhile put the coconut milk on the stove, and add the salt.

   Stovetop
3. 3

   Add the rice, pandan leaves, and ginger. Let it simmer until the coconut milk evaporates.

   Stovetop
4. 4

   Cover it with lid and let it sit for about 15 minutes until it is well cooked.