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Soften banana leaves by scalding
them.
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Clean and dry the leaves.
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Wash rice and drain.
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Wrap rice in banana leaves loosely
to get cylindrical packets about 15 cm long and about 5 cm in
diameter.
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Fasten with toothpicks or staple
together.
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If using aluminum foil, just wrap
the rice in the foil.
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Remember to give room for the rice
to expand while cooking.
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The packets should be no more than
3/4 full.
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Place the rice packets in a large
pan filled with water and boil for 2 -3 hours.
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If necessary, add more water to the
pan.
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Cool and slice into 5 cm sections
and serve.