Colorful Rice
A vibrant and festive Thai-inspired rice dish, naturally colored with butterfly pea flower, turmeric, and red cabbage. Each grain is fluffy and fragrant, making it a stunning side for any meal.
- Total time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 6
- Calories
- 250
- Protein
- 5g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Rinse the 2 cups jasmine rice in cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well and set aside.
Step 2
Divide the 3 cups water into three bowls. Steep 1 tbsp butterfly pea flowers in one bowl for 10 minutes until deep blue. In another, stir in 1 tsp turmeric until yellow. In the third, add 1 cup chopped red cabbage and let sit for 10 minutes, then strain to get purple water.
Step 3
Heat 1 tbsp coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the rice and stir for 2 minutes until lightly toasted and fragrant.
Step 4
Pour in the blue water, yellow water, and purple water (about 1 cup each) along with 0.5 tsp salt. Stir gently to distribute the colors, but do not overmix.
Step 5
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Step 6
Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork to reveal the colorful layers. Serve warm.
Step 7
Optional: add a pinch of ground ginger or cardamom to the cooking water for extra aroma.
Tools you’ll need
- Large pot with lid
- Mixing bowls
- Fine mesh strainer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Fork
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