Instructions: 1. Place rice in covered saucepan. Cover rice with water (water should be 1 inch above rice). Boil until water is ALMOST evaporated.

2. In separate saucepan, bring to a boil turmeric, galangal powder, bay leaves, and coconut milk. Pour the rice into this mixture.

3. Cook uncovered, over low heat, about 40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until all liquid has evaportated and steam is escaping through the surface of the rice.

4. Serve hot.

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