Description
A vibrant and aromatic rice dish infused with turmeric, perfect for any meal of the day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rice (Basmati or Jasmine)
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons butter (or olive oil for a vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Melt the butter over medium heat in a pot. If using a vegan option, use olive oil instead.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until soft and fragrant (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in the turmeric and rice, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the water and add salt to taste. Bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15-18 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and serve warm.
Notes
For best results, rinse the rice before cooking and avoid overmixing.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg