Description
A quick and nourishing side dish infused with the earthy flavors of turmeric and garlic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain rice (Basmati preferred)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 2 tablespoons butter (or olive oil)
- 2 cups vegetable broth (or water)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley), for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until golden, about 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in the turmeric powder with the garlic.
- Carefully add the rinsed rice to the skillet, stirring well to coat.
- Pour in the vegetable broth or water, and add salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover.
- Let it cook for about 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid.
- Remove from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- Garnish with freshly chopped herbs before serving.
Notes
Switch rice with quinoa for a gluten-free option. Adjust garlic level to your preference.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: garlic, turmeric, rice, side dish, quick recipe, vegetarian