Ginger Scented Rice

Ginger Scented Rice
Serves 8

2 cups jasmine rice
2-1/2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil
One 2-1/2 inch piece of fresh ginger, grated
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 green onions, minced
2 teaspoons salt

Bring 8 cups salted water to boil in a heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add rice and stir, and boil until rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and drain in a colander. Pour rice into a serving dish, and cover to keep warm until ready to server.

In a bowl combine ginger, garlic, green onions, and oil. Stir to combine and season with salt and pepper, set aside.

Fluff cooked rice with fork and add ginger oil to taste and season with salt.