Quick & Easy Paprika & Turmeric Rice Recipe Has a Crispy Ending Grains Side Dishes

This easy paprika and turmeric rice recipe is a flavorful side dish for your favorite proteins. If you're a fan of crispy rice, don't forget the optional step of broiling it. You will not be sorry. 

You could stir some leftover chicken or pork into the rice to make a complete meal. For a little heat, add some crushed red pepper flakes. 

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 to 25 minutes
Total Time: 25 to 30 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
• 1 onion, chopped 
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup uncooked rice
• 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika
• 2 cups chicken broth, vegetable broth or water

Here's how to make it: 

1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet with a lid. Add the onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 30 seconds.
2. Add the rice and cook, stirring, about 1 to 2 minutes. 
3. Add the salt, turmeric paprika and chicken broth. Season with black pepper, to taste. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat, cover and cook until rice is tender and broth has absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes. Drizzle with a little olive oil before serving.
4. Optional step: Sprinkle with paprika and olive oil and put the rice under the broiler for a minute to crisp the top. (Do not walk away! It happens quickly.)

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