TURMERIC RICE (INSTANT POT OR STOVE TOP)

bowl of yellow rice with parsley and two spoons

TURMERIC RICE (INSTANT POT OR STOVE TOP)

Not only is this Turmeric Rice gorgeous and vibrant but it's flavourful and healthy, too! It's easily made in the Instant Pot but I've included instructions for how to make it on the stove top as well.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings Servings

Ingredients

1 cup Long Grain White Rice
1 (14 oz.) can Coconut Milk
1 tsp Ground Turmeric
2 Cloves Garlic minced
1 tbsp Ginger grated
4 Green Onions thinly sliced
1 tbsp Coconut Oil
Salt and Pepper to taste
Fresh Parsley or Cilantro chopped, for garnish

Instructions

INSTANT POT INSTRUCTIONS

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
Add the coconut oil to the instant pot and hit the sautée button. Once hot and melted, add the ginger and garlic. Sautée, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Add the rice and stir to coat.
Add the turmeric, coconut milk, salt and pepper. Stir until combined.
Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to the sealing position. Cook on high pressure for 4 minutes. Once the cooking cycle is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure. Open the lid and fluff the rice with a fork.
Stir in the sliced green onions and adjust salt to taste. Transfer to a dish and garnish with fresh chopped parsley or cilantro, if desired. Serve immediately.

STOVE TOP INSTRUCTIONS

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, turmeric powder, minced garlic, grated ginger, and a pinch of salt. Stir well.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed the liquid. Check the package instructions for your specific rice variety for more accurate cooking times.
While the rice is cooking, stir occasionally to prevent sticking, and check for doneness toward the end of the cooking time.
Once the rice is cooked, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the rice to steam and become fluffier. Fluff the rice with a fork, then stir in the sliced green onions. Adjust salt to taste. Transfer to a dish and garnish with fresh chopped parsley or cilantro, if desired.

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