Mediterranean Yellow Rice
This fluffy and delicious Mediterranean yellow rice is made aromatic with turmeric, cinnamon, and cardamom.
Servings 4
Calories
Ingredients
- 2-3 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2-3 cinnamon sticks
- 4-5 cardamom pods
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 1½ cups water or stock
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Rinse the rice with cold water (4-5 times), or until the water runs clear. Drain well.
- Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute.
- Add cinnamon sticks and cardamom pods. Toast for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in rice, turmeric, and salt. Coat the rice well in the spices.
- Pour in water or stock and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let rest, covered, for 5 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork and serve warm.
Notes
Storing Leftovers
Store leftover rice in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. To freeze, let the rice cool completely, then transfer to a freezer-safe container or bag.
Freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave with a splash of water or in a covered pan on low heat until warmed through.