Kaha Bath (Yellow Rice)

Directions

1. 1
   Wash rice and drain thoroughly.
2. 2
   Heat the ghee in a large, heavy based saucepan.
3. 3
   Add the onion, and fry until it begins to turn golden brown.
4. 4
   Add the cloves peppercorns, cardamon pods, turmeric, salt, curry leaves and lemon grass.
5. 5
   Add the rice and fry, stirring continuously for 2-3 minutes, until the rice is well coated with ghee and turmeric, Add the cocnut milk and bring to the boil.
6. 6
   Lower heat, cover and cook for 20-25 minutes without lifting the lid.
7. 7
   When the rice is cooked, the spices will have risen to the top.
8. 8
   Remove spices and leaves used for flavouring and fluff the rice up with a fork Serve hot as part of an indian or Sri Lankan style meal.