Handsome Rice recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
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Handsome Rice Recipe

Inspired by El Pollo Guapo
Time30m
Serves4

Yellow w/ Peas

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

1

Prepare the Rice

Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and helps prevent the rice from becoming sticky.

2

Cook the Rice

In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the rinsed rice and stir for about 2 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted.

3

Add Water and Seasoning

Add the water, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.

4

Bring to a Boil

Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for 15 minutes.

5

Add Peas

After 15 minutes, add the frozen peas to the rice. Stir gently to incorporate, cover the saucepan again, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

6

Fluff and Serve

Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Then, fluff the rice with a fork before serving.