| 1 | Once reserved for religious ceremonies, nasi kuning is still served on special occasions in indonesia. |
| 2 | This sweet and aromatic centerpiece of a dish is perfect with satay. |
| 3 | Cut lemon grass into pieces about 3" long and tie into a bundle. |
| 4 | In a 3-quart pan combine lemon grass, rice, coconut milk, water, turmeric, salt, galangal, bay leaf, and citrus leaf. |
| 5 | Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. |
| 6 | Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, stirring gently every now and then, just until liquid is absorbed. |
| 7 | To finish cooking, steam according to one of the methods listed below. |
| 8 | To steam in cooking pan: cover pan, reduce heat to low, and cook until rice is tender (15-20 minutes). |
| 9 | Halfway thru estimated cooking time, gently fluff rice with 2 forks. |
| 10 | Remove and discard seasonings. |
| 11 | Transfer to a serving bowl or mound rice on a platter into a rounded cone. |
| 12 | To steam using traditional method: transfer rice and seasonings to a colander or steamer basket insert. |
| 13 | Into a large kettle, pour water to a depth or 1 ?inches: bring to boil over high heat. |
| 14 | Place colander in kettle. |
| 15 | Cover and reduce heat, steam until rice is tender (about 20 minutes). |
| 16 | Remove and discard seasonings. |
| 17 | Serve as noted above |
