Pour rice into a medium glass or stainless steel bowl. Let soak for 2 hours or as long as overnight. Rinse and drain in a strainer.

In a large saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to boil over high heat. Pour in coconut milk. When it starts to boil again, add rice, turmeric, cardamon seeds, rosewater and vanilla. Stir gently to combine.

Cover, reduce heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally for about 30 minutes or until the rice has absorbed the liquid and is softened, plump and gold from the turmeric. It will have a dreamy perfume that makes you feel like a child — beloved, protected, and best friends with the new year.

Fluff, add a sprinkle of sea salt and, if desired, optional shredded coconut and serve.