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One-Pot Garlic and Lemon Turmeric Rice

A mound of bright yellow turmeric rice garnished with chopped fresh parsley in a white serving bowl.
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Make this bright, flavorful turmeric rice quickly in one pot. It uses garlic and lemon for a zesty, aromatic side dish perfect for weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups basmati rice, rinsed
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 1/4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 4 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Do not let the garlic burn.
  4. Stir in the rinsed basmati rice, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to coat the rice.
  5. Pour in the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan tightly, and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
  7. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it stand, covered, for 10 minutes.
  8. Fluff the rice gently with a fork. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and chopped mint, if using.
  9. Serve immediately as a simple rice side dish.

Notes

  • Rinsing the basmati rice helps create fluffier yellow rice.
  • For a richer flavor, substitute half the broth with coconut milk for a creamy turmeric coconut rice variation.
  • This recipe is a great quick rice for curry.

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