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A close up image of a bowl of saffron rice garnished with fresh parsley
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4.20 from 5 votes

Simple Coconut Saffron Rice

A deliciously light rice dish that is infused with an assortment of deep, earthy spices.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Servings: 4
Calories: 239kcal
Author: Kitrusy

Ingredients

Optional add-in: 1/4 cup of diced carrots and green bell peppers

    Instructions

    • Boil the rice: If using a rice cooker use 2 1/2 cups of water to 1 cup of rice. Once the rice has cooked, fluff the rice with a fork.
      If cooking on the stove top, use 2 cups of water to 1 cup of rice. Bring the rice and water to a boil then lower heat to a simmer and cook covered for 15-20 minutes. Fluff the rice and leave uncovered for 10 additional minutes.
      1 cup brown rice
    • Make the spice mix: Add the turmeric powder, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, ginger powder and organic raw sugar into a bowl and mix to combine it.
      If using saffron threads instead of turmeric powder, grind two pinches of the threads in a mortar using a pestle and add a tsp of hot water and allow it to steep for five minutes.
      1 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp Garlic Powder, 1 tsp Himalayan salt, 1/4 tsp ginger powder, 1/2 tsp raw cane sugar
    • Prepare the rice: Once the rice has cooked through, add the coconut oil and spices and fold it into the rice until everything is well blended and evenly dispersed. 
      Optional: fold in the diced carrots and green bell peppers for a pop of color. Garnish with fresh parsley.
      2 tbsp coconut oil
    • Serve or store: Serve the rice with meats or vegetables or sauces and curries. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or separate into individual portions and freeze in containers or ziplock bags for up to six months.

    Notes

    • You can use whatever rice you prefer for this recipe. I like the parboiled brown rice because it holds up well and is forgiving to being overcooked. 
    • With parboiled rice you do not need to wash it before using it. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 239kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 584mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg