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Turmeric Rice

Simple and easy to make, turmeric rice is a great side to serve with Mediterranean and Indian dishes.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Resting time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 233 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean , Indian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups long grain white rice
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
  • ¼ cup silvered blanched almonds
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 tablespoon Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 ½ cups chicken broth
  • chopped parsley for serving

Instructions

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  1. Rinse the rice with cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well and set aside.
  2. In a medium non-stick pot, heat one tablespoon olive oil on medium heat. Add the silvered almonds and cook, stirring frequently until the almonds reach a golden brown color; remove and set aside.
  3. Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in the same pot over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Transfer the rinsed rice over the cooked onions, season with turmeric, salt and pepper and stir to combine until the rice is well coated in the turmeric.
  4. Add the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook for 15 minutes.
  5. When the time is up, remove from the heat and allow the rice to steam for 10 minutes. Then uncover and fluff with a fork.
  6. Serve warm with the reserved toasted almonds and fresh parsley, if desired.

Notes

  • Storage: Kept in an airtight container in the fridge, the rice will last for about 5 days. I recommend reheating it in the microwave! Add a couple of tablespoons of water to the rice and heat on full power for 3 to 4 minutes until piping hot.

Nutrition Information

Serving 0.75cup Calories 233kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 40g (13%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 671mg (28%) Potassium 205mg (6%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 43IU (1%) Vitamin C 9mg (10%) Calcium 34mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 233

% Daily Value*

Serving 0.75cup
Calories 233kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 40g 13%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 671mg 28%
Potassium 205mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 43IU 1%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 34mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.