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coconut turmeric rice on plate with spoon

Coconut Turmeric Rice

Zahra
This coconut turmeric rice is an aromatic alternative to plain white rice. It offers subtle hints of coconut and turmeric.
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Side Dish
Servings 2 people

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Water
  • 1 cup Jasmine or Basmati Rice washed
  • 2 tsp Coconut Oil
  • ½ tsp Mustard Seeds optional
  • ¼ tsp Turmeric
  • ¼ tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Salt

Garnish

  • Fresh Herbs

Instructions
 

  • Bring water to boil in a medium-size deep pot. Add rice, coconut oil, mustard seeds (optional), turmeric, black pepper and salt. Mix together.
  • Reduce heat to low-medium and let simmer until water dissolves, about 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Garnish and serve hot!

Notes

*Notes:  You can pair this rice with Best Falafels or with your choice of protein or roasted veggies. 
Make it a combo with Masoor ki Daal, Chana Dal, Coconut Curry Lentil Soup or Moroccan Stuffed Eggplant, Cajun Coconut Curry or Sarson ka Saag.
Keyword coconut rice, subtle, turmeric rice