Amp up your side dishes with this Turmeric Rice recipe. Made with pantry staples, it transforms ordinary rice into a fluffy and fragrant dish that everyone will love.
Turmeric Rice is an easy and flavorful side dish that brings beautiful golden color and subtle warmth to the dinner table. Made with simple ingredients like rice, turmeric, onion, and broth, it cooks up light, fluffy, and full of savory flavor.
I love pairing this turmeric rice recipe with chicken, salmon, or any protein you prefer. Some I would recommend would be my Indian Red Lentil Dal, Honey Mustard Salmon, and Pepper Chicken.
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Recipe Ingredients
Chicken Stock – A flavorful liquid that adds a rich depth to the rice.
Basmati Rice – A long grain rice that is ideal for this recipe.
Turmeric Powder – The earthy aromatics of turmeric infuse every grain of rice with rich flavor and color.
For a full list of ingredients and amounts see the recipe card below.
Variations
Chicken Stock – You can swap this out for vegetable stock, or even chicken broth or vegetable broth if it’s all you have on hand.
Rice – You can use any rice you prefer, even brown rice, but I would recommend choosing a long-grain rice for the best results.
How to Make Turmeric Rice
Step #1: In a pot over medium heat melt the butter.
Step #2: Next, add in the onion and garlic and sauté for 2 minutes.
Step #3: Add 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder and stir to combine.
Step #4: Next, add in the rice and mix until the grains are coated and lightly toasted.
Step #5: Add the chicken stock, salt and pepper. Mix and bring to a boil.
Step #6: Once boiling, cover the rice then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
Step #7: Remove from heat and set aside for 5 minutes. Then fluff with a fork.
Step #8: Finally serve and enjoy!
FAQs
Yes! You can swap out the chicken stock for vegetable stock and use vegan butter or olive oil in place of the butter and you’re all set!
Of course! I would recommend smaller veggies so things like peas, diced carrots or zucchini, or any vegetable you prefer.
Storage Information
You can store this yellow rice in an airtight container in your fridge for 3-4 days. For longer storage you can freeze this rice in your freezer for up to 3 months.
To reheat you can do so on the stovetop or in the microwave with a splash of water or broth until everything has warmed through.
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Turmeric Rice Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup white onion - finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic - minced
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 3 cups chicken stock
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a pot over medium heat melt the butter.
- Next, add in the onion and garlic and sauté for 2 minutes.
- Add the turmeric powder and stir to combine.
- Next, add in the rice and mix until the grains are coated and lightly toasted.
- Add the chicken stock, salt and pepper. Mix and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, cover the rice then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and set aside for 5 minutes. Then fluff with a fork.
- Finally serve and enjoy!
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