- 1 stalk lemongrass, bottom 6 inches only, outer leaves peeled
- 1 cup long-grain rice, rinsed and drained
- 1 3/4 cups coconut milk
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 pinch salt
- Lightly pound the lemongrass stalk with a kitchen mallet. Combine the lemongrass, rice, coconut milk, bay leaves, turmeric, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally; reduce heat to low and simmer until all liquid is absorbed, about 25 minutes. Remove bay leaves and lemongrass before serving.