This easy yellow rice recipe is a simple and flavorful way to make a classic rice dish at home. Made to perfection, this yellow rice is packed with savory delicious flavor.
The secret to getting that vibrant yellow color is turmeric powder. Turmeric gives the rice its signature golden color while adding a mild earthy flavor that complements the savory ingredients. You do not need expensive saffron or complicated seasonings to make beautiful yellow rice. A couple of teaspoons of turmeric powder is all you need to get that color nice and yellow!
Before cooking, rinsing the rice is an important step. Rinse the long grain white rice until the excess starch has been removed. This helps keep the finished rice fluffy instead of sticky. Once the rice is rinsed, it is toasted in a combination of butter and olive oil. Toasting the rice for a few minutes helps remove excess moisture.
Once everything comes together, the rice cooks gently over low heat before resting with the lid on. That final steaming step allows the rice to finish cooking and absorb the remaining moisture.
If you are looking for an easy yellow rice recipe, this recipe is worth adding to your regular rotation. Serve it hot and enjoy!
Grocery List for the Yellow Rice
- Long grain rice
- Olive oil
- Unsalted butter
- Turmeric powder
- Chicken bouillon
- Hot Water
How to make the perfect yellow rice
Description
This easy yellow rice recipe uses turmeric powder to create its signature bright yellow color. Made with simple ingredients, this flavorful rice is fluffy, savory, and perfect as a side dish for chicken, seafood, beef, pork, vegetables, and more.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Place the rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse thoroughly under cold water until most of the excess starch has been removed. Drain well.
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Add the olive oil and unsalted butter to a large pan over medium heat. Allow the butter to melt completely.
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Add the turmeric powder and chicken bouillon cube to the melted butter and oil. Stir until the turmeric and bouillon are well combined.
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Add the rinsed and drained rice to the pan. Stir well to coat the rice with the seasoned butter and oil. Toast the rice for 2 to 3 minutes to help remove excess moisture and build flavor.
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Carefully add the 4 cups of hot water to the pan and stir to combine.
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Reduce the heat to low and cover the pan with a lid. Cook for 16 minutes without disturbing the rice.
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Turn off the heat and leave the pan covered for an additional 10 minutes. This allows the rice to finish steaming and absorb the remaining moisture.
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Remove the lid and gently fluff the yellow rice with a fork. Serve immediately!
