| Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 30 mins | Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 315 | 9g | 5g | 52g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 8g | 2g | 6g | 0.47g |
One of my favorite dishes to make has to be the Lemongrass Tea-Infused Rice. This recipe combines some of my favorite ingredients to create a delightful and unique dish. The earthy aroma from the lemongrass and the subtle sweetness from the jasmine rice remind me of my grandparents’ farm where I learned to appreciate the art of good food. It’s through meals like this, that I bring those childhood memories to life for my family.
Crafting A Healthy and Flavorful Dish
This Lemongrass Tea-Infused Rice recipe is a true testament to the notion that flavor and health can genuinely coexist in one plate. What I love about it is it’s loaded with vibrant and nutritious fruits and a sprinkle of shredded coconut, providing a well-balanced meal full of essential vitamins and minerals. Plus, the use of green tea in this recipe comes with a multitude of health benefits, including enhancing brain function, fat loss, and a lower risk of heart disease.
Mixing Cultures in a Mouthful
While, as an Italian-American, this isn’t necessarily something you’d consider a traditional recipe from my heritage, I appreciate the exploration of diverse flavors. This dish is reminiscent of a Thai-inspired lemony rice with aromatic herbs, making it a pleasure traveling globally through my kitchen. Pairing this dish with a seared white fish or grilled chicken would be a delightful match, creating a restaurant-quality meal right at home.
Being a grandfather, I am always on the lookout for dishes that can be shared by the whole family, and this is one of them. Simple to prepare, yet beautifully exotic, it satisfies both the adults and the little ones at our family gatherings. When I serve this up on a Sunday lunch or a family gathering, it’s more than just a meal; it’s a memento of my journey through life and food.
So, whether you’re following a healthy lifestyle or just have a keen longing for an explosion of flavors, this Lemongrass Tea-Infused Rice is bound to become a favorite. Here’s to happy cooking and even happier eating!
What You’ll Need
- 6 Cups of water
- 3 Stalks of fresh lemongrass
- 2 Cups of Jasmine rice
- 2 Tea bags (Green tea)
- 1 Tablespoon of sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1 Fresh lime
- 2 Tablespoons of Unsalted butter
- Chopped fresh fruits: 1/2 Cup each of strawberries, blueberries, and kiwis
- 1/4 Cup of shredded coconut
- 1/4 Cup of Fresh mint leaves
Method
Step One
Begin by lightly pounding the lemongrass stalks to release the fragrance, and then roughly chop them up. In a saucepan, combine the lemongrass with the water. Bring the mixture to a boil, and then let it simmer for around 10 minutes.
Step Two
Afterward, add your tea bags to the saucepan and steep for about 5 minutes. Once the tea is steeped, remove the tea bags and the lemongrass from the saucepan with a slotted spoon, ensuring as much liquid stays in the saucepan as possible.
Step Three
Next, add your rice, sugar, and salt to the tea-infused water. Bring the mixture back to a simmer, and then reduce the heat to low. Cover the saucepan and let the rice cook, undisturbed, for about 15-20 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and there’s no water left in the saucepan.
Step Four
While the rice is cooking, you can prepare your fruits. Clean and chop your strawberries, kiwis, and blueberries, and set them aside.
Step Five
Once the rice is finished, remove from heat and add your butter. Stir well until the butter is fully melted and incorporated into the rice. Then, zest your lime and then squeeze the juice into the pot. Mix everything together thoroughly.
Step Six
The final step is the garnishes. Place your cooked rice into serving bowls, top with the chopped fruits, shredded coconut, and mint leaves. For an extra zing, you can add more of the fresh lime juice on top. Enjoy your Lemongrass Tea-Infused Rice!
