Easy Yellow Rice Recipes
Bright, fluffy yellow rice with turmeric, onion, and broth. A quick, family-friendly side ready in about 30 minutes.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cup long-grain white rice Rinse well for fluffier rice
- 3 cup low-sodium chicken broth Use vegetable broth to keep it vegetarian
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter Adds richness
- 0.5 cup chopped onion Yellow or white onion
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground turmeric For color and warm flavor
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 0.75 tsp kosher salt Adjust to taste
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup frozen peas Optional, adds color and sweetness
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Rinse the rice under cold water until mostly clear; drain well.
- Warm olive oil and butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Cook the onion until softened and translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in turmeric, cumin, and garlic powder; toast 30 seconds.
- Add the drained rice and stir to coat evenly, about 1 minute.
- Pour in broth, add salt and pepper, and bring to a lively simmer.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until liquid absorbs, 15–17 minutes.
- Turn off heat, fold in peas, cover, and rest 5 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork and serve warm.
Notes
Variation: Stir in a squeeze of lemon and chopped cilantro before serving for brightness. For a spiced twist, add a pinch of smoked paprika with the turmeric. Leftovers reheat well; store in an airtight container up to 4 days and splash with broth when warming.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Yellow Rice Recipes flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.