Indian Turmeric Rice
An easy, savory rice recipe infused with healthy turmeric. Pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, lamb, and beef. Feel free to double for a larger batch.
Servings 1-cup servings
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- ¼ cup diced onion
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- ½ 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.
Nutrition
Calories: 267kcal, Carbohydrates: 52g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 4g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 3mg, Sodium: 585mg, Potassium: 141mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 7IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 29mg, Iron: 1mg
Calories: 267kcal
Cost: $4
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