The Best Turmeric Rice Recipe Made In 20 Minutes

This simple turmeric rice recipe is rich in flavor. It has delicately warm spices that are perfectly balanced with savory salty chicken broth. Best of all, you can make this healthy rice recipe in just 20 minutes.

The Best Turmeric Rice Recipe

This turmeric rice has a vibrant yellow hue and a delicious blend of flavors. The rice is infused with turmeric and cinnamon, and then it's served with some crushed nuts and fresh parsley to take it to a whole nother level of deliciousness.

Honestly, it's one of the best spiced rice recipes you'll ever make.

It's seriously so good, and you can either eat it alone as your main dish or serve it on the side with a variety of foods.

For a complete meal, it goes terrific with this shrimp curry, Japanese curry, and lamb vindaloo. Or you can eat it alone with something like these Jamaican fried dumplings or this Turkish bread.

And for an authentic Indian meal, you can serve it with this chicken 65.

Anyway, something I love about this recipe is that the rice is actually really simple to make. All you really have to do is add everything to a pot and let it cook. So, if you've been looking for an easy rice recipe, you've come to the right place.

Why This Recipe Works

It's super healthy. Turmeric comes from a plant in the ginger family, and it's primarily grown in India. Some of the many health benefits of turmeric include being anti-inflammatory, high in antioxidants and can help delay aging and fight against chronic diseases. 

The flavor. There are only a few simple spices used in this recipe, but they combine to make the most flavorful rice ever!

One pot recipe. Everything for this rice cooks in just one pot, and the entire process is effortless.

Ingredients

Indian cooking uses healthy, wholesome ingredients, and this rice is no exception.

Here's what you'll need to make golden rice:

• 2 cups Basmati Rice
• 1 tbsp. Olive Oil
• ½ tbsp. Turmeric
• 1 Cinnamon Stick
• 1 Bay Leaf
• 4 cups Chicken Broth
• Salt
• 1 tbsp. Nuts, chopped
• Fresh Parsley

How To Make Turmeric Rice

1. Prep: Rinse the basmati rice under cold water in a fine mesh sieve. Add the olive oil, turmeric, and cinnamon to a large pot set over medium heat.

2. Cook the rice: Add the rice to the hot oil and cook for a couple of minutes, just until the edges start to turn translucent.

3. Boil the rice: Add the chicken broth and as much salt as you want to the pot and bring everything to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat, partially cover the pot, and cook for 15 minutes.

4. Serve: As soon as it cooks, serve the rice warm with chopped nuts and fresh parsley on top.

Tips To Make The Best Recipe

• Rinse the rice before cooking to remove any excess starch.
• Use any long grain rice in place of basmati rice. Jasmine rice, brown rice, or yellow rice all will work great.
• Swap the chicken broth for vegetable broth to make vegan turmeric rice.
• Cook the rice with onion and garlic to add savory flavors.
• Top the cooked rice with pistachios or pine nuts for an added crunch and flavor.

How To Store Turmeric Rice

In the fridge: Store the leftover turmeric rice in an airtight container in the fridge for about 4 days.

In the freezer: Transfer any leftover rice to a freezer-safe bag or container and you can freeze the rice for about a month.

Reheating: Put the rice in the microwave with an ice cube to keep it from drying out and heat in 20-second increments until warm. Thaw the frozen rice in the fridge or add extra reheating time.

FAQS About This Turmeric Rice Recipe

Is it good to put turmeric in rice?

Yes, cooking rice with turmeric adds a delicious spiced flavor that elevates any plain rice. 

Is turmeric rice good for weight loss?

Although there are some studies that suggest turmeric rice may have properties that aid in weight loss, there is no direct proof that turmeric rice will help you lose weight.

Can I add turmeric to rice after it cooks?

You can, but it will be best if you cook the turmeric with the rice so the powder can dissolve and soak into the rice grain.

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