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Easy golden turmeric rice in a black skillet
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Turmeric Rice

Flavorful coconut turmeric rice which can be prepared in one pot! This easy golden rice recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner as the preparation takes only 15 minutes. If you like rice, you will love this healthy vegan side dish. It can be easily made oil-free and it's naturally gluten-free.
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine Indian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 6
Author Michaela Vais

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (370 g) uncooked brown rice
  • 1/2 tbsp oil or use water if oil-free
  • 1 small/medium onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh turmeric minced (optional)
  • 1 stalk of (65 g) leeks chopped
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric use 1 1/2 tsp if you don't use fresh
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper or more to taste
  • Sea salt to taste, (I used 1 1/2 tsp)
  • 1 tsp ground paprika
  • 3/4 tsp ground cumin
  • Cayenne pepper to taste (optional)
  • 1 medium carrot diced
  • 1 cup (240 ml) coconut milk canned
  • 2 3/4 cups (660 ml) vegetable broth
  • Fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions

  • You can watch the video in the post for visual instructions.
    Add the brown rice to a bowl and cover with water. Let sit for about 10-15 minutes, or until you have chopped the veggies. Then drain.
  • Heat oil (or use water if oil-free) in a large pot. Add onion and fry over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add fresh ginger, garlic, leek, fresh turmeric, and all spices. Fry for a further minute.
  • Add carrot, coconut milk, vegetable broth, and drained rice. Cover and bring to a boil.
  • Cook on a low simmer for 45 minutes, then turn off the heat. Let sit for a further 5-10 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning. Add more salt/black pepper/cayenne pepper to taste if needed. Garnish with fresh herbs, Vegan Parmesan Cheese, and enjoy! Serve with Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff or Stuffed Potato Cakes.

Notes

  • Serve it with fried veggies of choice, for example, Ratatouille
  • Double the batch and store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Add some fried tofu for a protein-rich variation.
  • Recipe serves 6. Nutrition facts are for one serving.
Nutrition Facts
Turmeric Rice
Amount per Serving
Calories
332
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
10
g
15
%
Carbohydrates
 
52
g
17
%
Fiber
 
3.5
g
14
%
Sugar
 
4
g
4
%
Protein
 
6
g
12
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.