Turmeric Rice by Madhur Jaffrey

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 11
Highly aromatic and flavorful Turmeric Rice recipe
in Rice

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

450 g basmati rice long grain rice
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cloves
1 bay leaf
4 cardamom pods
2 1/2 cm piece cinnamon bark
2 garlic cloves , peeled and finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon salt
22 ounces water
chopped chives ( to garnish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
250
Sugar
0g
Fat
9g
Turmeric Rice is a classic Indian dish that is known for its vibrant yellow color and earthy, nutty flavor. It's a simple yet flavorful way to serve rice and is perfect for accompanying spicy curries, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables. This recipe by Madhur Jaffrey is the perfect example of how to make Turmeric Rice right at home with ingredients that are easily available in your kitchen. The addition of aromatic spices like cloves, bay leaf, and cardamom pods adds an extra layer of complexity to the dish, taking it to another level. Whether you're a fan of Indian cuisine or trying it for the first time, this Turmeric Rice recipe is sure to impress.

Instructions

1.Rinse the rice in several changes of cold water and drain well.
2.Heat the oil in a heavy, wide pot over medium-high heat. Add the cloves, bay leaf, cardamom pods, and cinnamon bark. Stir for a few seconds until the spices are fragrant. Add the garlic and stir.
3.Add the rice and stir gently until all the grains are coated with oil. Add the turmeric, salt, and water and stir. Bring to a boil, then cover the pot tightly with a lid.
4.Decrease the heat to very low and cook for 20 minutes.
5.Remove from the heat and let the rice stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Remove the whole spices and fluff the rice with a fork. Garnish with chopped chives and serve hot.

PROS

This Turmeric rice is highly aromatic and flavorful.

It is super easy to make and requires minimal prep time.

CONS

This rice can be a little dry and fluffy which might not appeal to some.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Turmeric is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It can help reduce joint pain, fight various infections, and improve brain function.

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