Mediterranean Yellow Rice is a vibrant and flavorful rice dish made using a selection of Mediterranean herbs and spices including turmeric, saffron, and oregano. This aromatic dish is the perfect side to your favorite main meal. Whether served as a comforting side or as the star of the meal, Mediterranean Yellow Rice is loaded with Mediterranean flavors.
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Resting time: 5 minutes (optional)
Ready in: Around 30 minutes
Serves: 2-3 (main) or 4-6 (side)
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Here's what you'll need to make Mediterranean Yellow Rice:
🥗___Ingredients___🥗
2 cups of long-grain white rice, rinsed and drained
4 cups of water
2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup of onion diced
2 cloves of garlic minced
1 teaspoon of ground cumin
1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
½ teaspoon of oregano
2-3 tablespoons flax seeds
10 saffron strands
A small handful of fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
2 Lemons
🧑‍🍳___Equipment Needed___🧑‍🍳
Large pot with lid (around 8-10 inches/20-25cm)
Kitchen towel
Kitchen knife and cutting board
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