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South African Yellow rice in a wooden bowl

South African Yellow Rice

A yellow rice from South Africa, slightly sweet with hints of cinnamon, turmeric, and plump raisins. It goes well with savory dishes, as well as any curry, especially if you are making Bobotie.  

Course Side Dish
Cuisine South African
Keyword cinnamon, rasians, rice, tumeric, yellow rice
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric
  • 3 tablespoons white sugar or coconut sugar
  • a few grinds of fresh black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup black raisins
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 1/2 cups water

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the rice, salt, turmeric, sugar or coconut sugar, black pepper, cinnamon, raisins, butter, and water. 

  2. Bring to a boil uncovered. 

  3. When it comes to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover and let it simmer for 25 minutes. 

  4. Turn off the heat and let stand for 10 minutes. 

  5. Fluff with a fork. Keep warm until serving time.