Turmeric Rice Recipe Indian Yellow Rice Whiskaffair

on Mar 10, 2021, Updated Aug 11, 2023 Here are some more easy rice recipes you will love: Bagara Rice, Peas Pulao, Black Pepper Rice, and Ghee Rice. I never encountered Indian-style turmeric rice in India. It was on one of our trips to London that we found these on the menu of a restaurant. Intrigued, I ordered one plate along with the regulars. The rice dish was actually quite delicious and paired well with the curries and lentils. It also looked gorgeous with its bright yellow hue dotted with bright green cilantro. A few specks of cumin seeds enhanced its overall look. Now, I have noted the dish in my recipe idea notebook and make it regularly for parties and get-togethers.

About Indian Turmeric Rice

Turmeric Rice is a simple yellow-colored Indian-style rice preparation that is excellent to serve with curries and lentils. Made in an instant pot (electric pressure cooker) or a traditional stovetop pressure cooker, this one-pot rice dish comes together in under 40 minutes using a few basic ingredients. You can also make this golden rice in a pan over the stovetop. I made it in my 3-quart instant pot (or a 3-liter stovetop cooker), but if you want to double or triple it, use a 6-quart instant pot (or a 5-liter pressure cooker). The cooking time will remain the same.

Variations

Add some freshly squeezed lime juice (or lemon juice) to give the turmeric rice a tangy taste. If not basmati rice, you can make this recipe with any white rice that is readily available. Ghee – I always make Indian turmeric rice in ghee, which gives it a nice flavor and aroma. For a vegan version, replace ghee with coconut or light olive oil. Whole Spices – You will need cumin seeds, cloves (laung), and cinnamon sticks (dalchini). For extra flavor, add a bay leaf (tejpatta) or black cardamom (badi elaichi). Onions – Onions give a nice caramelized flavor to this yellow rice recipe. Turmeric Powder – Use organic turmeric powder (ground turmeric) to flavor the golden rice. Turmeric leaves strong stains on hands and anything it comes in contact with. So be careful while using it. Use old utensils for cooking and wear gloves. Tip – I have an excellent tip for you if you have turmeric stains on your clothes or cooking utensils. Keep the item in strong sunlight for 20-30 minutes, and the stains disappear like magic. Cilantro (Fresh Coriander Leaves) – Garnish the turmeric rice with chopped cilantro. Add a little curry powder, goda masala, biryani masala, or pav bhaji masala for a taste change. Cook the turmeric rice in vegetable broth (vegetable stock) or chicken broth (chicken stock) instead of water for added flavor. You can also replace water with coconut milk for a taste change. To make this dish wholesome, add veggies such as cauliflower, green peas, corn, carrots, beans, tomatoes, etc. You can also add tofu, paneer, cooked chickpeas, cooked chicken, scrambled eggs, shrimp, etc., to the recipe. Soak the rice in 4-5 cups of water for 15 minutes. Press the SAUTE button on the instant pot. Add 2 tablespoon ghee to the pot and let it heat up.

2-3 cloves 1-inch piece of cinnamon stick 1 teaspoon cumin seeds

Now, add ½ cup of chopped onions and cook until they turn golden brown, stirring frequently. Drain the water from the rice and add the rice to the pot along with 2 cups of water and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir gently. Press PRESSURE COOK and set the timer to 6 minutes at high pressure. The pot will take 10-12 minutes to build pressure and start the timer. Once the timer goes off, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes. Release the remaining pressure manually by moving the valve to the venting position. To prevent steam burn, use the back of a spoon to move the valve. Open the lid and fluff the turmeric rice gently using a fork. Garnish with 2 tablespoon chopped cilantro and serve hot.