Ginger-Cilantro Rice with Green Onion and Sesame

slices ginger root (one 2 inch piece of ginger root, peeled and sliced into 8 slices) + 1 tsp. minced ginger root

cup Uncle Ben’s Converted Rice (or use any type of long-grain white rice, following cooking directions on package)

hot chicken stock (see notes)I used my homemade chicken stock, but you can use canned chicken broth)

small bunch cilantro, chopped (about 2/3 cup chopped cilantro)

green onions, thinly sliced

extra virgin olive oil (use a flavorful olive oil)

Asian sesame oil

rice vinegar (not seasoned rice vinegar)

salt and fresh ground black pepper