Indian Turmeric Yellow Rice

Name: Indian Turmeric Yellow Rice
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon Ghee or Oil; 1 Bay leaf (Tej Patta); 1 inch Cinnamon (Dalchini); 1 Star anaise (optional); 3 Green Cardamom (Elaichi) (optional); 1/2 cup Onion (diced); 2 cloves Garlic (minced); 1 cup Basmati Rice (or another long-grain white rice ); 3/4 teaspoon Ground Turmeric (Haldi powder); 3/4 teaspoon Salt; 2 cup Water (or 1 1/4 cup for Instant Pot method); Cilantro leaves (to garnish )

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:20min

This fragrant and flavorful Turmeric Rice is a healthy alternative to your usual white rice. Try my recipe to know how to easily make this vibrant rice on the stovetop or in the instant pot.

Updated at: Thu, 25 Dec 2025 00:00:49 GMT