Don’t get me wrong, I love some good ol’ basic white rice, but sometimes you need to change it up! This Turmeric Coconut Basmati Rice is going to be your new favorite way to make rice. This flavorful side pairs well with so many different dishes and cuisines. Pair this rice with Mexican food, Indian food like this Nourish Pot, Indonesian food, Thai, you name it. Love rice but want to eat more veggies? Make One Pan Creamy Mexican Cauliflower Rice or Easy Vegan Fried Rice!
Why I Love This Recipe
- Versatile: Use this rice in a wide variety of dishes and cuisines. Pairs well with Thai, Indonesian, Mexican, Indian, or even Chinese food.
- Max Flavor, Minimal Effort: This dish turns plain rice into a flavorful side dish with super minimal effort. No chopping or prep needed.
- Dietary Friendly: This rice is gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and can be made nut-free.
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Notes on Ingredients
- Rice: I like using dry brown basmati rice, but white basmati or any other kind of rice works.
- Water: You could substitute some or all of the water (4 cups) with vegetable broth for enhanced flavor.
- Coconut milk: Be sure to use full-fat canned coconut milk. Shake the can well before using. Use leftover coconut milk to make One Pan Lemon Gnocchi.
- Turmeric: I prefer to use turmeric powder, but grated fresh turmeric would be great too. Just be aware that turmeric stains quickly and badly!
Please take note that this is important information about the ingredients used in this recipe and the FULL recipe with measurements and details can be found DOWN BELOW (scroll to it) in the recipe card.
How do you make Turmeric Coconut Basmati Rice?
- Bring water to a boil.
- Once boiling, add the rice and other ingredients to the pot. Cover and simmer on low for 15 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork and serve!
- Step 1: First, bring water to a boil. Then, add the rice and other ingredients.
- Step 2: Cover and simmer on low for 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork once done and enjoy!
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Commonly Asked Questions
You could keep it simple and serve crispy air-fried tofu and roasted veggies. Or, you could serve a more elaborate meal with this rice like Air-Fryer Crispy Wontons, Golden Girl Curry, or Thai Peanut Lettuce Wraps.
Yes! Any grain works. Just be aware the cooking time may vary. The grain is done when it is soft (taste test it!) and all liquid is absorbed. If it’s still a bit hard and the liquid is absorbed, simply add more water and let it continue to cook.
Sure! Ginger, cumin, or onion would be delicious. You could even sauté fresh garlic or onion in the pan with a bit of oil before adding in the veggie broth.
“I made this today for our Easter dinner. I needed a side dish recipe and knew just where to go! I threw everything in the rice cooker. So easy and delicious! It was a huge hit.”
– Natalie
Extra Helpful Tips
- Rinse your rice in a fine mesh strainer before using!
- You can use white or brown basmati rice, or another kind of rice or grain.
- This dish yields approximately 4 cups of cooked rice, which is approximately 4 servings. Feel free to halve or double the recipe to adjust how much you need!
- Shake the canned coconut milk well before using.
- Garnish with sesame seeds or green onion for more flavor.
- Store leftover rice in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days. Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes covered in a damp paper towel–this adds moisture back into the rice.
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Turmeric Coconut Basmati Rice
Equipment
- 1 mesh strainer
- 1 large pot
- 1 can opener for coconut milk
Ingredients
- 2 cups basmati rice white or brown
- 4 cups water
- 2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- ½ cup full fat canned coconut milk or sub reduced fat coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Bring water to boil in a pot.
- Once boiling, add the rice and other ingredients to the pot. Cover with a lid and turn stove down to a simmer. Let cook for 15 minutes or until all water is absorbed.
- Fluff with a fork and serve!
Melissa Lambert says
Can you make it to where I can pin this to my Pinterest page? The images aren’t showing up to be added to my Vegan Pinterest board.
Danielle Keith says
hover over the images and you can pin them!
Natalie V. says
I made this today for our Easter dinner. I needed a side dish receipt and knew just where to go! I threw everything in the rice cooker. So easy and delicious! It was a huge hit. Thank you!
Jeff Thomas says
How much does one recipe serve?
Taylor From HealthyGirl Kitchen says
4-6 people
Jordan Stacy says
This is the perfect side dish. My fiancé and I get sick of plain white rice as a side so this is seriously the perfect way to elevate it!! Love the anti-inflammatory addition of turmeric.