Coriander Root Rice
Thai Thai - Rice

Coriander Root Rice

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

Fragrant grains expertly cooked with seasonal aromatics, fresh herbs, and rich stock for a satisfying, flavourful centerpiece.

Ingredients

  • • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • • 6 cups chicken stock
  • • 200g minced pork
  • • 6 coriander roots, scrubbed and crushed
  • • 3 slices ginger
  • • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • • 1 tsp white pepper
  • • 2 tbsp fried garlic
  • • 2 spring onions, sliced

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Rinse the rice and drain well; crush the coriander roots and ginger.

2
Phase 2

Boil the stock with the coriander roots and ginger for 10 minutes, then strain.

3
Phase 3

Add the rice to the stock and simmer, stirring often, until it breaks down into porridge.

4
Phase 4

Add the minced pork and stir to break it up; season with fish sauce and white pepper.

5
Phase 5

Ladle into bowls and top with fried garlic, spring onions, and extra coriander leaves.