Ginger and Turmeric Aromatic Rice​

Ginger and Turmeric Aromatic Rice is a flavorful healthful rice to serve alongside just about any entree

Prep Time15minutes mins
Cook Time35minutes mins
Total Time50minutes mins

Course: Side Dishes & Snacks
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Servings: 3 to 4 servings

Calories: 271kcal

Ingredients​

• 1 cup white basmati rice
• 1.5 cups water
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil (or oil of choice)
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger peeled and grated
• 1 teaspoon fresh turmeric peeled and grated*
• 1 teaspoon sea salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• ½ cup dried cranberries

For serving:​

• ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
• ¼ cup pine nuts toasted

Instructions​

• Add all ingredients for the rice except for the dried cranberries to a small pot, cover, and bring to a full boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook, covered, until rice has absorbed all liquid, 15 minutes (or according to package instructions). NOTE: if using a rice other than white basmati rice, follow package instructions for amount of water and cook time.
• A few minutes before rice is finished cooking, stir the dried cranberries into the rice - this allows them to plump up and lends more flavor to the rice. Re-place the cover and continue to cook.
• Taste rice for flavor and add more sea salt if desired. Serve with fresh cilantro and pine nuts alongside your favorite main dish.

Did you know coconut oil is very healthy for you to cook with