Yemenite Rice
Transform your kitchen into the heart of Middle Eastern cuisine with this fragrant Yemenite Rice recipe, a mesmerizing blend of spices and aromatics that elevate humble basmati rice into an irresistible, golden-hued masterpiece. Perfect for dinner parties or weeknight meals, this dish combines vibrant turmeric, earthy cumin, and warm cinnamon with the bold flavors of cardamom and cloves to create a symphony of taste. Sautéed onions and garlic infuse the rice with richness, while freshly chopped parsley adds a burst of color and freshness to every bite. Easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, this recipe is a delightful side dish or a satisfying standalone entrée. Serve it with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or enjoy it solo—either way, its vibrant aroma and enticing flavor will keep you coming back for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Basmati rice
- 3 cups Water
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 stick Cinnamon stick
- 3 whole Cardamom pods
- 2 whole Cloves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Rinse the Basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
Heat the vegetable oil in a medium-sized pot over medium heat.
Finely dice the onion and sauté in the oil until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
Mince the garlic and add it to the pot, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the turmeric, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat the onions and garlic in the spices.
Add the cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and cloves to the pot, allowing them to toast gently for 1 minute.
Pour in the drained rice and mix well to coat each grain in the spices and aromatic oil.
Carefully add the water to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot tightly with a lid, and let the rice cook undisturbed for 18-20 minutes.
Turn off the heat and let the rice rest with the lid on for another 5 minutes.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork, remove the cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and cloves, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve warm and enjoy as a side dish or main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
955 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.7 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 25.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3595 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.9 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 18.6 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 248 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 712 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
