South African Yellow Rice
Add a vibrant touch of sunshine to your table with this aromatic South African Yellow Rice recipe, a classic dish bursting with warm spices and subtle sweetness. Flavored with turmeric for its signature golden hue, and delicately enhanced by a cinnamon stick, sugar, and plump raisins, this rice is both visually stunning and irresistibly flavorful. Perfect as a side dish for hearty curries or grilled meats, it strikes a delightful balance between savory and sweet. With just 30 minutes of preparation and cook time, it’s an easy and versatile addition to your weekly meal rotation, offering a taste of South African tradition in every bite. Complete your culinary journey with this comforting, crowd-pleasing recipe.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- 3.5 cups water
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold running water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch and prevent sticking.
Step 2
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the water, butter, sugar, turmeric, cinnamon stick, and salt. Stir well to dissolve the sugar.
Step 3
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
Step 4
Once the water is boiling, add the rinsed rice and raisins to the saucepan, stirring to combine the ingredients.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice simmer for 20 minutes. Do not lift the lid while cooking to ensure even steaming.
Step 6
After 20 minutes, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to finish steaming.
Step 7
Carefully remove the lid and take out the cinnamon stick. Fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains.
Step 8
Serve the South African Yellow Rice warm as a side dish or enjoy it on its own for a delightful burst of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1356.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 983.8 |
| Total Fat 24.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 65.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1378.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 180.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 52.6g | |
| Protein 14.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 4.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 177.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 828.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories