Spicy Thai Rice

Description

Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1 cup uncooked rice
• ¼ cup chopped green onions
• 2 fresh red chiles, seeded and chopped
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon margarine
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• ⅛ teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 to 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
• chopped roasted peanuts for garnish (optional)
• red pepper flakes for garnish (optional)

Procedures

1. Combine water, rice, onions, chiles, cilantro, margarine, gingerroot, salt and turmeric in 2- to 3-quart saucepan. Bring to a boil; stir once or twice.
2. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
3. Stir in lime juice; fluff with fork.
4. Garnish with peanuts and pepper flakes.