Yellow Rice Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the Rice

   Begin by rinsing the long-grain rice under cold running water. This helps remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming sticky. Rinse until the water runs clear.

2. 2

   Prepare the Cooking Liquid

   In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of water, 1 tsp of turmeric powder, and 1 tsp of salt. Stir the mixture until the salt and turmeric are dissolved.

3. 3

   Heat the Oil

   In the same saucepan, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter. Heat on medium heat until the oil is hot but not smoking.

4. 4

   Sauté the Garlic

   Add 2 minced garlic cloves to the heated oil and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn.

5. 5

   Cook the Rice

   Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir well to coat the rice with the oil and garlic. Pour the prepared turmeric-water mixture over the rice. Bring to a boil.

6. 6

   Simmer

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let it simmer for about 18-20 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.

7. 7

   Add Vegetables (optional)

   If using, add 0.5 cups of peas and 0.5 cups of diced carrots to the rice during the last 5 minutes of cooking to allow them to steam and heat through.

8. 8

   Fluff and Serve

   Once the rice is cooked, remove the saucepan from heat. Let it sit covered for another 5 minutes, then fluff the rice with a fork before serving.