Turmeric Coconut Basmati Rice

A white bowl of yellow rice with a spoon above it holding a large scoop of rice. Behind the bowl is a silver pot on a cork board.

Say bye to boring and plain rice with this easy, 20-minute, nourishing side dish!

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Servings

Calories 401kcal

Author Danielle Brown

Cost $4

Equipment

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!

Notes

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.

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