Turmeric Rice (South African Yellow Rice)
Transport your taste buds to the vibrant flavours of South Africa with our delightful Turmeric Rice, also known as South African Yellow Rice. This aromatic and visually striking dish combines the fragrant basmati rice with the warm golden hue of turmeric, infusing each grain with a delightful flavour and a pop of colour. Not only does turmeric lend its distinctive taste, but it also brings a host of health benefits, making this recipe a true winner. With just a handful of ingredients, this versatile side dish is a blank canvas, inviting you to unleash your creativity by adding your favourite extras.
Equipment
- Pan With a Matching Lid
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 160 g basmati rice or other long-grain rice
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon curry powder optional
- 400 ml vegetable stock hot
- 30 g sultanas or raisin optional
Instructions
- Rinse uncooked rice under cold water to remove excess starch.
- Melt the butter in a pan with a matching lid. Add rinsed rice, and stir to coat the rice grains in butter.
- Add the turmeric, optional curry powder and raisins.
- If you're using a stock cube, you can crumble it into the rice. Alternatively, heat your stock, or dissolve a stock in boiling water. Pour the stock over the rice and spices.
- Mix well, cover with a lid and reduce the heat to low (higher heat will make your rice burn on the bottom).
- Cook the rice for 15-20 minutes (however, the cooking time will highly depend on the type of rice you're using, the pan and the heat you're cooking on). Check your rice after 15 minutes. The water should be fully absorbed and the rice should be cooked al dente.
- Fluff up your rice with a fork to separate the rice grains and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 309kcalCarbohydrates: 68gProtein: 6gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 133mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 433IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 29mgIron: 1mg
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