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Moroccan Turmeric Rice

give everyday rice a color and flavor boost with intensely yellow, earthy turmeric (sometimes called "poor man's saffon").

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Ingredients

  • olive oil
  • onion
  • bell pepper
  • sun-dried tomato
  • uncooked rice
  • salt
  • turmeric
  • broth
  • parsley

Preparation

  1. 1heat olive oil in a skillet or saucepan with a lid
  2. 2add onion , pepper and tomato , if using
  3. 3saute , stirring occasionally , until onions are soft , about 5 minutes
  4. 4add rice and stir to mix well
  5. 5cook for another minute or two
  6. 6add liquid , salt and turmeric
  7. 7cover , adjust heat to maintain a simmer , and cook until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender
  8. 8if the rice isn't tender when the liquid has been absorbed , add a little more liquid and continue simmering for a few minutes
  9. 9sprinkle with parsley , if using , and serve warm