Golden Turmeric Rice
This vibrant and aromatic turmeric rice is a simple yet flavorful side dish. It's naturally vegan and gluten-free, making it a versatile accompaniment to various meals. The rice is infused with warm spices and cooked to fluffy perfection.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 40 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 384 kcal
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cupbasmati rice, rinsed until water runs clear
- 3 cupvegetable broth
- 1 tbspolive oil
- 0.5 pcsyellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 clovegarlic, minced
- 1 tspturmeric, ground
- 0.5 tspcumin, ground
- 0.75 tspsalt
- 0.25 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
garnish
- 2 tbspfresh parsley, chopped(optional)
Equipment
fine-mesh sieve · lid · measuring cups · fork · knife · cutting board · measuring spoons · medium saucepan
The method
Step by step
- 1
Rinse the basmati rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear; drain well.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Rinsing removes excess starch, which helps prevent the rice from becoming sticky.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
About 1 min
- 3
Add the yellow onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
About 6 min
- 4
Stir in the garlic, turmeric, and cumin; cook for another minute until fragrant.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- 5
Add the rinsed basmati rice to the saucepan and stir to coat it evenly with the spices and onion.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Toasting the rice slightly can enhance its flavor.
- 6
Pour in the vegetable broth, then add the salt and black pepper.
About 1 min
- 7
Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then immediately reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan tightly with a lid, and simmer for 15 minutes.
About 17 min
Cook’s note: Do not lift the lid during simmering to maintain steam.
- 8
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it rest, still covered, for 5 minutes.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: This resting period allows the rice to finish absorbing moisture and become fluffy.
- 9
Fluff the rice gently with a fork.
About 1 min
- 10
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 383.6kcal
- Protein
- 7.4g
- Carbs
- 75.8g
- Fat
- 4.4g
- Fibre
- 1.1g
- Sugar
- 1.9g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover turmeric rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently in a microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of water or broth to prevent drying out.
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