Yellow Rice

Name: Yellow Rice
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 1.5 cups long-grain white rice; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 yellow onion, finely diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 3 cups vegetable broth; 1/2 tsp ground turmeric; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed

Fragrant long-grain rice cooked with turmeric, saffron, and spices until beautifully golden. A staple Spanish and Latin American side with vibrant color and warm flavor.

30 minEasyServes 4210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 cups long-grain white rice
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 yellow onion, finely diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups vegetable broth
1/2 tsp ground turmeric
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp salt
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a medium saucepan. Add 1/2 finely diced yellow onion and cook 3-4 minutes until softened.
2

Add 2 minced garlic cloves, then 1.5 cups long-grain white rice. Stir and toast 2 minutes.
3

Stir in 1/2 tsp ground turmeric and 1/2 tsp ground cumin to coat the rice.
4

Pour in 3 cups vegetable broth and add 1/2 tsp salt and 1 bay leaf. Boil, then cover on lowest heat.
5

Cook covered 18 minutes. Off heat, scatter 1/2 cup thawed frozen peas on top and cover 5 minutes.
6

Remove bay leaf, fluff with a fork, and serve.

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Questions

How long does Yellow Rice take?

As written, 30 minutes: 5 of prep and 25 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 5 (18 minutes): "Cook covered 18 minutes."

Is Yellow Rice gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Yellow Rice is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the broth.

How many calories are in Yellow Rice?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 210 calories, with 4 g protein, 42 g carbohydrate and 6 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 320 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Yellow Rice?

Refrigerate what is left of Yellow Rice within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. The grain firms up as it chills; add a spoonful of water before reheating.

Can I halve or double Yellow Rice?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Halved, the rice drops from 1.5 cups to 3/4 cup; doubled, it is 3 cups. Every line in this entry carries its half and double quantity, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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