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Indian Turmeric Rice

5 from 2 votes
An easy, savory rice recipe infused with healthy turmeric.  Pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, lamb, and beef.  This recipe is for just 1 cup of rice, feel free to double for a larger batch.

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup diced onion
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup Jasmine rice traditional white rice will work as well, see notes
  • kosher salt

Instructions

  • Heat medium-sized pot with lid on stove top.  Add oil and onion and cook until onion is tender, about 3 minutes.  Add turmeric and curry powder and stir to heat and distribute for 15-30 seconds.  Add broth and bring to a boil, add rice.  Reduce heat to a simmer.  Cover pot and cook according to package directions for your rice (see note), covered the entire time.  Remove from heat, fluff with a fork and add salt to taste before serving.

Notes

Traditional varieties of white rice usually need to simmer for 20 minutes. Many varieties of Jasmine rice only take 12-15 minutes so check your rice package for specific cooking times.
Author: Sara Wells - OurBestBites.com
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