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A bowl of turmeric rice with cilantro on top.
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Turmeric Rice Recipe

Make this one-pot turmeric rice recipe on the stovetop in under 30 minutes for a bold, zesty side dish to add to all your favorite meals!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Rest Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Side
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Diet: Gluten Free
Keyword: turmeric rice, turmeric rice recipe
Method: Stove Top
Servings: 4 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Saucepan

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup white rice rinsed
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp tumeric
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth or water

Instructions

  • Add olive oil to saucepan over medium heat.
    1 tbsp olive oil
  • Add in rice and spices, stirring for one minute to lightly toast rice
    1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp tumeric, 1 cup white rice, 1 tsp salt
  • Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
    1.5 cups chicken broth or water
  • Once boiling, lower heat to a simmer and cover with lid for 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let sit for an additional 10 minutes with the lid on.
  • Fluff with a fork and serve.

Notes

Storage: Transfer leftover rice to an airtight container, and store it in the fridge for up to 4 days. Or, transfer it to the freezer for up to 3 months! 

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 208kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 911mg | Potassium: 84mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg