Description
A quick and flavorful garlic turmeric rice dish that is a family favorite, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain basmati rice
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Rinse your rice under cold water until it runs clear.
- Sauté the garlic in oil or butter over medium heat for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Add turmeric and stir for 30 seconds.
- Incorporate the rinsed rice, stirring to coat with the mixture.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and add salt; bring to a boil.
- Simmer on low, covered, for about 15 minutes until cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff with a fork and serve with an extra sprinkle of turmeric or fresh herbs.
Notes
For gluten-free, substitute rice with quinoa. Feel free to add sautéed mushrooms or leafy greens for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: rice, turmeric, garlic, quick recipe, vegetarian, Indian cuisine