Steamed ginger rice with snow peas

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2cupsLong grain rice
3cupsCold water
1teaspoonFinely grated ginger
¼poundsSnow peas, chopped

Directions

Wash rice in several of changes of water until the water runs clear.

Place rice in a 3 quart saucepan that has a tight fitting lid. Add water and grated ginger. Bring to a boil, uncovered. Reduce heat slightly but continue to cook uncovered until surface water disappears and holes appear in the surface of the rice. Cover tightly, turn heat very low and cook 20 minutes. Add snow peas and cover. Cook 2 minutes longer then remove from heat and let stand 3 to 5 minutes before serving. Stir gently to combine rice with snow peas.