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    You are here: Home / Main Entree / Easy Rice Cooker Turmeric (Yellow) Rice

    Easy Rice Cooker Turmeric (Yellow) Rice

    Published: Jun 2, 2021 · Modified: Jun 3, 2021 by Kaylie This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Yellow rice in a bowl.
    Collage image. Top image of spoon with yellow rice. Bottom image of yellow rice in rice cooker.
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    Learn how to cook fluffy and flavorful turmeric rice in the rice cooker. Turmeric is the key ingredient that makes the dish golden yellow and fragrant, along with garlic, onion and chicken broth. It’s an easy set it and forget it kind of dish and takes only about 35 minutes to make.

    Yellow rice garnished with cilantro in a bowl.

    My boys love rice and I cook it on the daily. They enjoy delicious bowls with different types of veggies and protein, like my amazing oven baked chicken skewers! 

    Occasionally, I like to change it up a bit and add more flavor for them to enjoy, and this super easy side dish has become one of their favorites. This is my take on the beautiful golden rice that we often eat at Mediterranean restaurants. 

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    • Easy Rice Cooker Turmeric (Yellow) Basmati Rice

    Ingredients

    Ingredients to make turmeric rice.

    Basmati Rice – This is a thin, long grain rice. It’s drier and not as sticky as jasmine rice. If you don’t have basmati, you may also use jasmine. 

    Chicken Broth – This boosts the flavor and provides a savory, rich taste. You may use low sodium chicken broth or water if you prefer to keep this dish on the lighter side. 

    Turmeric – Turmeric powder is used in this recipe to get that beautiful golden yellow color and interesting flavor.

    Rice Cooker

    I am using a Tiger JBV- S series. I quickly got one of these right after we became a family of four. It suits our family well and has basic functions that are easy to use.  I usually only cook about 1 cup a day. 

    The cooker is also small enough that it doesn’t take up a lot of counter space, but has the capacity to cook up to 5.5 cups of dry rice for larger parties. 

    Instructions

    Step by step images of how to make turmeric rice in rice cooker.

    1. Wash the rice and drain well in a mesh strainer. 

    2. Add all the dry ingredients to the pot.

    3. Mix all the dry ingredients together well.

    4. Add the chicken broth and give it a stir.

    Step by step picture of how to make yellow rice in the rice cooker.

    5. Set the cooker to start and forget about it!

    6. When done cooking, fluff it up with a fork and serve right away!

    Spoon of yellow rice with pieces of cilantro.

    Pro Tips

    • I grew up learning to cook rice at a very young age. The first thing my parents taught me was to always rinse it! The reasoning is because this will help clean it by removing any dirt and debris. Rule of thumb is to rinse it three times. 
    • Make sure to drain the water well, give it a few hard shakes in the strainer to take out as much water as possible. Too much residual water may make the dish mushy. 
    • Stir up all the ingredients well in the pot to ensure even distribution of flavors. 
    • Store leftover in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
    • Freeze in the freezer in an airtight container for up to a month.
    • If you are using jasmine, make sure to do 1 part rice to 2 parts water. 

    FAQs

    What is turmeric rice?

    White rice that is coated a yellow color by spices like turmeric, annatto, or saffron. The dish comes from countries from around the world including Spain, India, South Africa, Indonesia and many more.

    Should I rinse basmati rice?

    Yes, this helps to reduce debris and dirt. 

    Is yellow rice gluten free?

    White rice in its natural form is gluten free. When you add flavorings to it, make sure to read the labels to ensure there is no wheat. In this dish, the chicken stock is gluten free, making it gluten free.

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    Bowl of yellow rice with cilantro leaves.

    Easy Rice Cooker Turmeric (Yellow) Basmati Rice

    Kaylie
    Learn how to cook fluffy and flavorful turmeric rice in the rice cooker. Turmeric is the key ingredient that makes this dish golden and fragrant, along with garlic, onion and chicken stock. It’s an easy set it and forget it kind of dish and takes only about 35 minutes to make.
    5 from 65 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 35 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American, Asian, Mediterranean
    Servings 4 cups
    Calories 243 kcal

    Equipment

    • rice cooker

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup basmati rice
    • 1 ½ cups chicken broth
    • ¼ cup minced yellow onion
    • 1 tablespoon melted butter
    • 1 bay leaf
    • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
    • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
    • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

    Instructions
     

    • Melt the butter in the microwave for about 15 to 20 seconds.
    • Rinse rice in a mesh strainer. Make sure to shake out excess water well.
    • Add rice, butter, onion, garlic, turmeric, bay leaf and salt in the pot and mix well.
    • Add chicken stock and stir ingredients together.
    • Set rice cooker to cook or start (depending on the cooker functions).
    • When done, fluff with a fork and serve.

    Notes

    *Nutritional facts provided are only an estimate, accuracy is not guaranteed. 
    • Rinse the rice, this will help clean it by removing any dirt and debris. Rule of thumb is to rinse it three times. 
    • Make sure to drain the water well, give it a few hard shakes in the strainer to take out as much water as possible. Too much residual water may make the dish mushy. 
    • Stir up all the ingredients well in the pot to ensure even distribution of flavors. 
    • Store leftover in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
    • Freeze in the freezer in an airtight container for up to a month.
    • To substitute Jasmine rice, use 1 cup rice with 1- ¼ cups broth. Rinse your rice as above, and make sure to drain it well. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 4cupsCalories: 243kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 7gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 345mgPotassium: 204mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 91IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg
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