Yellow Rice
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.
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
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1
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a medium saucepan. Add 1/2 finely diced yellow onion and cook 3-4 minutes until softened.
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2
Add 2 minced garlic cloves, then 1.5 cups long-grain white rice. Stir and toast 2 minutes.
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3
Stir in 1/2 tsp ground turmeric and 1/2 tsp ground cumin to coat the rice.
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4
Pour in 3 cups vegetable broth and add 1/2 tsp salt and 1 bay leaf. Boil, then cover on lowest heat.
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5
Cook covered 18 minutes. Off heat, scatter 1/2 cup thawed frozen peas on top and cover 5 minutes.
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6
Remove bay leaf, fluff with a fork, and serve.