Rice with Lemongrass & Green Onion

Directions

Heat 1½ tablespoons oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat.

Add ⅔ cup onion and turmeric and sauté 5 minutes.

Mix in rice.

Add water, lemongrass and ½ teaspoons salt and bring to simmer.

Cover, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 18 minutes.

Remove from heat; let stand covered 10 minutes.

Discard lemongrass.

Heat remaining ½ tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat.

Add green onion and sauté 1 minute.

Add rice and stir until heated through.

Season to taste with salt.