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Easy Yellow Rice

Yellow Rice is a delicious and vibrant side dish that is perfect for a variety of meals. This recipe calls for fragrant spices like turmeric and cumin, which give the rice its beautiful yellow hue and bold, warm flavor. This dish easy to make and can be ready in just 20 minutes.

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Ingredients

number of servings
6
  • 1 Cup basmati rice Added to
  • 2 cups water Added to
  • 12 teaspoon turmeric powder Added to
  • 12 teaspoon cumin powder Added to
  • 14 teaspoon ground black pepper Added to
  • 14 teaspoon salt Added to
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Added to
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Added to
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped Added to
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley or cilantro (optional) Added to
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Directions

20 min.
1. Step

In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, water, turmeric powder, cumin powder, black pepper, and salt. Stir to combine.

2. Step

Place the saucepan over high heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pan.

3. Step

Cook the rice for 15-20, or until the water has been fully absorbed and the rice is tender.

4. Step

While the rice is cooking, heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. minced garlic and chopped onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes, or until the onion is soft. Once done, remove it from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.

5. Step

Fluff the rice with a fork and then stir in the garlic onion mixture.

6. Step

Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro, if desired. Serve warm.

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