2 T. Vegetable Oil
2/3 C. onion, finely chopped
1/4 tsp. Turmeric
1 C. white rice long grain
13/4 C. water
2 stalks lemon grass 12in. each cut into 2 in. long pieces
1/2 tsp. salt
1 C. green onions, chopped

Heat 11/2 T. oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 2/3 C. onion and turmeric and saut� 5 minutes. Mix in rice. Add water, lemongrass and 1/2 tsp. 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 1/2 T. oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add green onion and saut� 1 minute. Add rice and stir until heated through.

Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 282
Fat: 8g
Fiber: 2g