Description
Delight your taste buds with this aromatic and flavorful Garlic Turmeric Rice recipe. The combination of garlic and turmeric gives this simple side dish a Middle Eastern-inspired twist, perfect for pairing with a variety of main courses.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice:
1 cup long-grain white rice (such as jasmine or basmati)
Liquid:
2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
Seasonings:
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter, 3 cloves garlic (minced), 1 teaspoon ground turmeric, 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste), 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
Fresh chopped parsley or cilantro (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice: Under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Sauté garlic: Heat oil or butter, add garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Add spices and rice: Stir in turmeric, salt, pepper, then add rice. Coat the rice in the spices and oil.
- Cook the rice: Add water or broth, bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until tender.
- Rest and garnish: Let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, substitute some of the water with coconut milk.
- Add a pinch of cumin or a cinnamon stick for depth of flavor.
- Great as a side dish for grilled meats, curries, or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
