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Nigerian Turmeric Rice

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Nigerian Turmeric Rice is a vibrant and aromatic rice dish from Nigeria, colored yellow with turmeric and flavored with a blend of local spices. It is enjoyed across different regions and often served during festive occasions.

Ingredients

  • Chicken (optional) (optional)
  • 1½ de Rica can of long-grain rice
  • 2 teaspoons turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon Nigerian curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper powder
  • 1 red onion, diced
  • 2 small stock cubes
  • Chicken stock
  • 3 pieces of fresh tomato, diced

Instructions

  1. 1
    In a clean pot, combine chicken, stock cubes, half the onion, curry powder, and thyme. Cover with water, and cook until the chicken is tender.
  2. 2
    Parboil the rice for about 10 minutes. Drain the rice in a sieve, and immediately rinse with cold water.
  3. 3
    Transfer the chicken stock into a clean pot. Stir in the turmeric powder, black pepper, and curry powder. Cover, and bring to a boil.
  4. 4
    Add the parboiled rice, making sure that the liquid is on the same level with the rice. Taste and add salt if necessary. Stir with a wooden spoon, and allow to cook on medium heat until the water is almost entirely dried up.
  5. 5
    Add the chopped onions and tomatoes. Cover and continue to cook until the water dries up.
  6. 6
    Stir to combine well, and serve.

Recipe Attribution

Wikibooks Cookbook
en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Cookbook:Nigerian_Turmeric_Rice