Best Mediterranean Yellow Rice
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
208 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Best Mediterranean Yellow Rice
Description
The recipe begins by sautéing chopped onions in olive oil until golden, followed by garlic to release aroma. Basmati rice is added and lightly toasted to coat the grains with oil and flavor. Turmeric and cinnamon enhance the rice with vibrant color and a gentle spice note. Salt and black pepper season the dish. Water or stock is added, and the mixture is brought to a simmer. After about 10 minutes, when the liquid is mostly absorbed, the pot is covered and cooked on low heat to complete the cooking process. Finally, the rice rests covered off heat, allowing steam to finish cooking and fluff the grains.
This yellow rice can be served alongside Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, or North African dishes, complementing both meat and vegetable mains. The use of stock in place of water can deepen the dish's savory profile. Fluffing with a fork before serving separates the grains for an attractive presentation.
Key tips include rinsing the rice thoroughly to remove excess starch, preventing clumping, and allowing the rice to rest after cooking to achieve the best texture.
Ingredients
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 3 cups water or stock
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ tsp Turmeric
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a saute pan over medium-high heat. Sauté the onion until golden.
- Add in the garlic and cook for about a minute.
- Add the rice and cook for a couple of minutes.
- Then add the turmeric, salt, pepper. Give it a good stir. Then add the cinnamon stick and water. Bring to a simmer, and cook until the water is almost completely evaporated, about 10 minutes.
- Cover and cook the rice for another 15 minutes over medium low heat until the rice is tender and fluffy.
- Turn the heat off and let it sit for 10-15 minutes. Fluff using a fork and serve.
Notes
- Rinse basmati rice thoroughly under cold water until water runs clear to remove excess starch and ensure fluffy grains.
- Let the rice rest covered off heat for 10-15 minutes after cooking to finish steaming and develop texture.
- Fluff the cooked rice gently with a fork before serving to separate grains and prevent clumping.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 208 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 208kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 294mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 82mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 2IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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