Turmeric Rice
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4 Servings
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Calories
241 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Turmeric Rice
Description
This turmeric rice starts by rinsing jasmine rice to remove excess starch. The rice is then sautéed with finely diced onion and minced garlic in a combination of butter and olive oil, which enhances flavor and aroma. Turmeric is added to impart its distinctive golden color and mild earthy taste. Chicken broth and a bay leaf provide a savory cooking liquid that infuses the rice as it simmers. The rice is cooked covered until the liquid is fully absorbed, then rested and fluffed to yield a light, fluffy texture with tender grains.
The resulting turmeric rice is visually appealing and offers a subtle seasoning that complements many dishes without overpowering them. It can pair well with meats, vegetables, or stews.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup onion finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup jasmine rice rinsed
- 1 and 1/2 cups chicken broth low sodium
- 1 bay leaf dried
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric
Instructions
- Rinse rice until water runs clear, drain.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add olive oil and butter.
- When butter is melted, add onion and garlic, saute until softened.
- Add rice and turmeric. Stir until combined. Add chicken broth and bay leaf, cover pan. Increase heat and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, allow to simmer 15-20 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and allow to sit for 5 minutes. Remove bay leaf, fluff with a fork and serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 241 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 241kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 353mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 116mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 91IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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