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Golden Turmeric Tahiri Rice

One-pot turmeric rice studded with soft carrots, peas, and onions. Fragrant, golden, and ready in under 25 minutes—pure vegetable comfort.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
310
Protein
5g
Golden Turmeric Tahiri Rice
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large pot over medium-high. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Add diced carrot and stir for 1 minute. Sprinkle turmeric and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in rice and stir to coat with oil, 1 minute. Add 2.75 cups water and coconut milk, then stir.

  4. Step 4

    Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 15 minutes without lifting the lid.

  5. Step 5

    Stir in frozen peas, re-cover, and cook 2 minutes until peas are heated through.

  6. Step 6

    Remove from heat. Fluff with a fork, scatter cilantro on top, and serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot with lid (3–4 quart)
  • wooden spoon or rice paddle
  • measuring cups

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