The ingredient that makes our mustard and curry powder yellow, it has a mild mustard flavor as well.
Many studies are showing the benefits of using turmeric in our diets.
Rich & Golden Basmati Rice
1 1/2 C. Rice*
3 C. Water
1/2 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp curry powder
1 Tbsp Butter or healthy spread
1 Tbsp extra virgin coconut oil or olive oil, or your choice of healthy oil
pinch of salt, cayenne or white pepper if you like it
Melt butters or oil in pot add rice & spices cook approximately 5 minutes add water
let simmer approximately 10 to 15 minutes. Turn heat off and place lid on top. Let sit another 10 minutes to soak up remaining moisture.
Basmati Rice has been used in India for centuries it has a wonderful nutty flavor and aroma.
Many grocery stores now carry it. If you visit a large farmers market you can buy it in bulk. I have some favorite East Indian stores where I buy a 20lb bag at a time, it stores nicely. You can get the chutney there too. Brown basmati is also available. You can also use almost any
*brown rice with this recipe
be sure to add more water and increase the cooking time for brown rice,
short grain rice takes a little longer than long grain rice.
Best to check the package for cooking methods of the particular type of rice you are going to use.
We do not have to import this rice it is being grown throughout the USA.
Nice served with the Savory Grilled or Baked Yogurt Chicken
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