Rinse the rice in cold water (place it in a sieve over the sink to do this) then put the rice in a large lidded saucepan with turmeric, garlic powder, onion salt (if using), and the bay leaf.
200 g Basmati Rice, 1 teaspoon Turmeric, 1 Bay Leaf, ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder, ¼ teaspoon Onion Salt
Place on the hob and pour in the chicken stock. Bring to a boil.
550 ml Chicken Stock
Immediately turn down the heat to low and place a lid on the saucepan.
Cook for 12-14 minutes until the water has been absorbed. Fluff the grains up with a fork, season with salt, and serve!
½ teaspoon Sea Salt
Notes
Variations:
Make spicy turmeric rice and add a pinch of chilli powder.
Garnish with chopped coriander to add beautiful colour contrast.
Add a handful of frozen peas and sweetcorn for the last 5 minutes of cooking to make yellow vegetable rice.
Add some diced vegetables such as carrots, tomatoes, or peppers to the rice for a colourful and nutritious vegetable turmeric rice.
Use coconut milk instead of chicken stock to make a creamy and fragrant coconut turmeric rice.
Add some lemon zest and juice to the rice for a tangy and refreshing lemon turmeric rice.
Storage:Store - Rice can be at risk of growing harmful bacteria if not stored correctly. Make sure you put any leftover rice in an airtight container and place it in the fridge for up to 2 days.Reheat - until piping hot and do not reheat more than once.Freeze - The rice can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Defrost in the fridge before reheating in the microwave.Nutrition:The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Turmeric Rice
Amount per Serving
Calories
235
% Daily Value*
Fat
2
g
3
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Cholesterol
4
mg
1
%
Sodium
636
mg
28
%
Potassium
219
mg
6
%
Carbohydrates
45
g
15
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
2
g
2
%
Protein
7
g
14
%
Vitamin A
6
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
20
mg
2
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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