Turmeric Ginger Moroccan Rice
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 28 minutes
Servings: 6
INGREDIENTS
2 tea bags of Turmeric Ginger Tea, Organic
3 cups water
1 ½ cups basmati rice
2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Organic
½ cup chopped sweet yellow onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup Apricots, Unsweetened & Organic
¼ cup Pistachios, Roasted & Salted
2 tablespoons chopped cliantro
Spice up your weeknight dinners with our Turmeric Ginger Moroccan Rice recipe, a vibrant and healthful dish that’s as delightful to eat as it is easy to prepare. Steeped with NOW® caring tea™ Organic Turmeric Ginger tea, this recipe not only imparts a rich, aromatic flavor but also harnesses the wellness benefits of turmeric and ginger. The exotic dish is a perfect vegan friendly entrée or side dish that’s sure to be a hit at any table.
DIRECTIONS
- Rinse rice under cool water a few times until water runs clear. Bring a saucepan to a boil over medium heat. Turn heat off and add Turmeric Ginger tea bags. Steep for 5 minutes. Discard tea bags.
- Add rinsed rice to tea and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer. Stir simmer for 15 minutes uncovered, until rice is tender. Fluff rice with a fork and cover to keep warm.
- Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add onion and sauté for 5 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute longer.
- Stir in cooked rice and apricots. Season with salt. Cook for 2 minutes longer.
- Serve rice hot topped with pistachios and cilantro.
