2 cup rice, short grain, uncooked
Directions
Place rice, 1/2 cup at a time, in dry wok and heat
over moderate heat, stirring frequently to keep it
from burning, and to allow it to develop a uniform,
deep golden color - 2 to 3 minutes. Then remove it
from heat and cool to room temperature. Grind to a
fine power in blender, spice or coffee grinder.
GEnie R.WEISSGERBE "Delightful Thai Cooking" p. 18
Servings: 1 cup
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Categories: Bread; Breads; Breakfast; Rice; Vegetable
The History of Recipes
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