Yellow Rice Recipe

This is a traditional South African recipe, which comes from the great culinary tradition of the Cape Malays -- originally brought in as slaves in the 17th century. It's easy and plain, but great with meats like venison, corned beef tongue or any meat with gravy. Also usually served with Bobotie: There is a good recipe by Caryn on this site. Yellow Rice picture

Summary

Preparation Time10 MinCooking Time35 Min

Ready In45 MinDifficulty LevelEasy

Health IndexAverageServings4

CuisineAfricanCourseBreakfast

TasteSavourFeelSmooth

MethodBoiledDishRice

Main IngredientCheese

Ingredients

	Long grain white rice	1 Cup (16 tbs)
	Salt	1⁄2 Teaspoon
	Turmeric	1 1⁄2 Teaspoon, ground
	White sugar	3 Tablespoon
	Ground cinnamon	1⁄2 Teaspoon
	Black raisins	1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)
	Butter	1 Tablespoon
	Water	2 1⁄2 Cup (40 tbs)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 345 Calories from Fat 31

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 4 g5.4%

Saturated Fat 2.1 g10.4%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 8.1 mg2.7%

Sodium 253.2 mg10.6%

Total Carbohydrates 73 g24.4%

Dietary Fiber 2.8 g11.3%

Sugars 33.1 g

Protein 4 g8.5%

Vitamin A 1.9% Vitamin C 0.85%

Calcium 2.4% Iron 6.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

In a saucepan, combine the rice, salt, turmeric, sugar, cinnamon, raisins, butter and water. Bring to a boil uncovered. When it comes to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover and let it simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, or until rice is fluffy and water has been absorbed. Remove from the heat and fluff with a fork. Keep warm until serving time.