Golden Turmeric Tahiri Rice
One-pot turmeric rice studded with soft carrots, peas, and onions. Fragrant, golden, and ready in under 25 minutes—pure vegetable comfort.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 310
- Protein
- 5g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large pot over medium-high. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
Step 2
Add diced carrot and stir for 1 minute. Sprinkle turmeric and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Step 3
Pour in rice and stir to coat with oil, 1 minute. Add 2.75 cups water and coconut milk, then stir.
Step 4
Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
Step 5
Stir in frozen peas, re-cover, and cook 2 minutes until peas are heated through.
Step 6
Remove from heat. Fluff with a fork, scatter cilantro on top, and serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot with lid (3–4 quart)
- wooden spoon or rice paddle
- measuring cups
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