Nasi lemuni (lemongrass and Vitex rice)

Instructions

1. Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear, then drain it.
2. Sauté the garlic, ginger and lemongrass in the oil for 2 minutes over medium heat.
3. Add the rice, stir for 1 minute, then pour in the water and salt.
4. Lay the Vitex trifolia leaves over the rice, bring to a boil, then lower the heat to the minimum.
5. Cover and cook for 15 to 18 minutes until all the water is absorbed.
6. Remove the leaves and lemongrass, then let the rice rest covered for 5 minutes.
7. Serve the rice sprinkled with fried shallots and accompanied by grilled fish.