Diri Blan (White Rice)

Recipe courtesy of Edwidge Danticat
Oprah.com | From the April 2006 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine

"It's supposed to serve four, says Edwidge, "but in our house it would serve two." Read her essay about the magic of rice , then try the simple recipe below.

Servings: Serves 2-4

Ingredients

2 cups water
1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
2 Tbsp. coconut milk (optional)
1 Tbsp. salt
1 cup white rice

Directions

In a saucepan over medium heat, bring water, oil, and coconut milk (if using) to a boil. Add salt and rice. Reduce heat to low and cook covered until water is completely absorbed, about 25 minutes. Grains should be tender and separate.

Printed from Oprah.com on June 18, 2013