Cumin Turmeric Rice
Cumin Turmeric Rice is an easy, flavorful, and vibrant dish that elevates any meal. Whether you serve it as a side dish or make it the star of your dinner, this recipe will become a family favorite. Try it today and enjoy the comforting flavors of this golden-hued rice!
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 clove garlic, finely chopped
- ½ -inch ginger, finely chopped
- 5-6 curry leaves, fresh or dried
- ½ -inch cinnamon stick
- 3-4 cardamom pods
- ½ cup peas
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
- 2 cup cooked rice
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- ½ tbsp lemon juice
- salt to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, add curry leaves with cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and chopped onions and cook until it's tender, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic, ginger, and cumin seeds, and cook, stirring until fragrant for few minutes.
- Stir in the peas, turmeric powder, and lemon juice. Cook while stirring for 4-5 minutes until the peas are tender.
- Add rice and salt, then mix well. Taste the mixture and adjust the salt as needed.
- Take the dish off the heat and garnish it with cilantro or parsley.