If you’re looking for a simple and flavorful side dish, this yellow rice recipe is perfect! With minimal prep and a handful of pantry staples, you can make deliciously fluffy yellow rice right in your rice cooker.

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I’ve been having fun making different rice recipes in my rice cooker and this yellow rice is a new favorite! It’s easy to make with just a few spices, and it’s a great way to add flavor to a simple side dish. I’ve been enjoying this rice as a side dish with my channa masala, but it works with a variety of dishes!

Ingredients & Substitutions

  • White rice– Long-grain or basmati works best, but you could use brown rice if you prefer.
  • Vegetable broth– I used Better Than Boullion vegetable base.
  • Turmeric– This is what gives the rice its signature color and flavor, so there isn’t a substitute for this. Be sure your ground turmeric is fresh for the best flavor.
  • Onion powder and garlic powder– These add a little extra savory flavor.

Health Benefits of Turmeric

Turmeric offers numerous health benefits due to its potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It can support joint and heart health, enhance brain function, boost the immune system, and help with digestion. Turmeric also promotes skin health and can help regulate blood sugar. It’s such a great ingredient to add to your diet! If you’re looking for another way to use turmeric, try my immunity-boosting soup.

How to Make Yellow Rice in a Rice Cooker

Start by rinsing your rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
This step removes excess starch, ensuring your rice is light and fluffy.
In your rice cooker, add the rinsed rice, vegetable broth, ground turmeric, onion powder, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt.
Stir everything together to ensure the spices are evenly mixed. Close the lid and select the “White Rice” or standard cooking setting on your rice cooker.
Once the rice is cooked, use a fork to gently fluff the rice before serving. Enjoy it as a side dish or a base for your favorite meal.

How to Store Leftover Rice

Let the rice cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days. To reheat, sprinkle a tablespoon of water over the rice and microwave in 30-second intervals until warmed through.

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Other Rice Cooker Recipes

Looking for more ways to use your rice cooker? Try my Rice Cooker Mexican Rice, Cilantro Lime Rice, Rice Cooker Orzo, Rice Cooker Rice Pilaf, or Rice Cooker Mac & Cheese!

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How to Make Yellow Rice in a Rice Cooker

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  • Author: Liz Thomson
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 3 cups 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Rice Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan
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Description

If you’re looking for a simple and flavorful side dish, this yellow rice recipe is perfect! With minimal prep and a handful of pantry staples, you can make deliciously fluffy yellow rice right in your rice cooker.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup white rice (long-grain or basmati works best)
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
  2. In the rice cooker, combine the rice, vegetable broth, ground turmeric, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt.
  3. Stir the mixture to ensure the spices are evenly distributed throughout the liquid.
  4. Close the lid of the rice cooker and start the cooking process using the “White Rice” or standard cooking setting.
  5. Once the rice cooker completes its cycle and switches to keep warm, remove the lid and fluff the rice gently with a fork.