Turmeric Rice with Golden Raisins
This flavorful turmeric rice features fluffy basmati, sweet golden raisins, and crunchy pine nuts, sautéed with fragrant onion and extra virgin olive oil. A delightful and easy-to-make side dish, perfect for complementing various meals or enjoying on its own.
Instructions
- 1
Rinse basmati rice (1 cup) in a fine mesh sieve until water runs clear. Set aside.
- 2
Bring water (1.75 cups) to a boil in a large saucepan with a lid.
- 3
Add basmati rice (1 cup), plant butter (1 tbsp) (optional), ground turmeric (0.5 tsp), and fine sea salt (0.25 tsp). Stir briefly and bring back to a boil.
- 4
Stir again to prevent sticking, cover, and turn off the flame.
- 5
Let stand for 15-20 minutes until the basmati rice (1 cup) has absorbed all of the liquid.
- 6
Uncover and fluff the basmati rice (1 cup) with a fork. Set aside.
- 7
Heat extra virgin olive oil (2 tbsp) in a large pan with high sides.
- 8
Reduce the heat to medium-low and sauté the white onion (1 small) until translucent.
- 9
Add tbsp pine nuts (2 heaping), golden raisins (0.25 cup), and remaining fine sea salt (0.25 tsp). Stir and cook a few minutes, until the golden raisins (0.25 cup) have softened slightly.
- 10
Add the cooked basmati rice (1 cup) and toss everything together. Cook for a few more minutes until everything is heated through and well incorporated. Taste, and adjust seasonings if desired.
- 11
Serve immediately.
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