Thai
Thai - Rice
Pumpkin Rice
Chef's Menu Description
Fragrant grains expertly cooked with seasonal aromatics, fresh herbs, and rich stock for a satisfying, flavourful centerpiece.
Ingredients
- • 2 cups jasmine rice, rinsed
- • 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
- • 250g pumpkin, peeled and cubed
- • 250g prawns, peeled
- • 2 shallots, sliced
- • 3 cloves garlic, minced
- • 2 kaffir lime leaves
- • 2 tbsp fish sauce
- • 1 tsp palm sugar
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Fry the shallots and garlic in oil until golden.
2
Phase 2
Add the rice, coconut milk, kaffir lime leaves, and 1 cup water; simmer gently.
3
Phase 3
Add the pumpkin and simmer until the rice and pumpkin are soft and creamy.
4
Phase 4
Fold in the prawns and cook until pink; season with fish sauce and palm sugar.
5
Phase 5
Rest for 5 minutes, fluff gently, and serve hot.