Easy Turmeric Rice
This easy turmeric rice is a quick and tasty side dish that's ready in just 20 minutes. Made with fragrant basmati rice, turmeric, and simple pantry staples, it's fluffy, vibrant, and pairs perfectly with curries, grilled meats, fish, and vegetable dishes. The recipe is easy to customise too, with plenty of variation ideas included below.
Servings 4
Calories 235kcal
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Ingredients
- 200 g Basmati Rice
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric
- 1 Bay Leaf
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ¼ teaspoon Onion Salt optional
- 550 ml Chicken Stock (Broth) or use vegetable stock
- ½ teaspoon Sea Salt
Instructions
- 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 (Broth)
- 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. Leave to stand for 5 minutes, then fluff the grains up with a fork, season with salt, and serve.½ teaspoon Sea Salt
Notes
- Rinsing the rice before cooking helps remove excess starch and keeps the grains fluffy and separate.
- For a richer flavour, toast the rice in a little oil or butter before adding the stock, then finish with a knob of butter before serving.
- Don't lift the lid while the rice is cooking, as this allows steam to escape and can affect the texture.
- Let the rice rest for 5 minutes after cooking before fluffing with a fork.
- Vegetable stock (broth) can be used instead of chicken stock to make the recipe vegetarian.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutritional Information (Approximate)
Calories: 235kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 636mg | Potassium: 219mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 6IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg
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