Yellow Rice Recipe Everyone Loves
This yellow rice recipe brings fluffy, golden grains and cozy flavor to the table—all in one easy pot. Made with turmeric, onion, and simple spices, it’s family-friendly, versatile, and perfect alongside your favorite meals.
Ingredients
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup yellow onion finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
Optional Add-Ins:
- ½ cup frozen peas thawed
- ⅓ cup raisins
- Fresh parsley or cilantro chopped
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cool water until clear; drain well.
- In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion for 2–3 minutes, then stir in garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add turmeric, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper; stir for 30 seconds to bloom the spices.
- Add the rice and stir it for about a minute to lightly toast and coat it with the spices.
- Slowly add the broth and place the bay leaf into the pot. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 16–18 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat. Let it rest covered for 5 minutes.
- Once cooked, fluff the rice gently with a fork and mix in any optional extras you’d like. Serve warm.
Notes
Easily customizable with add-ins like peas, raisins, or fresh herbs.