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February 1, 2018

Turmeric Lemon Rice

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Turmeric Lemon Rice is a colorful and versatile side dish.

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I’ve mentioned before that I’m not one to jump on food trend bandwagons and so this is actually my very first recipe that contains turmeric. To be honest the turmeric is as much included for its color as its taste because I figured a rice that is more yellow would look more like a delightful lemon rice. 

lemon rice on a plate with meatballs and peas

I was inspired to create this turmeric lemon rice as a side dish for the Asian Maple Sausage Meatballs I’m sharing today as well (along with a re-cap of my lunch with some Ohio Pork famers). Lemon goes so well with maple. The subtle citrusy bite of this rice is just what is needed to compliment the sweet and slightly spicy maple sausage meatballs.

lemon rice front view

Rice is such a great grain to cook with because it can be flavored to accompany pretty much any food you can think of. This turmeric lemon rice would be great alongside pork chops or fish or could even be used as a base for some stir-fried vegetables. 

lemon rice with maple meatballs

But really this rice is amazing as I’m using it here – to soak up the drinkable sauce that goes along with these maple sausage meatballs. It’s a mixture of chili garlic sauce, pure maple syrup and soy sauce and WOW is it good!

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Turmeric Lemon Rice

A simple and delicious rice side dish flavored with fresh lemon juice and made brightly yellow with a little turmeric. 
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 154kcal
Author Foodtastic Mom

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric
  • 1 1/2 cups rice
  • 3 cups water
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  • In a saucepan over medium-high heat melt the butter. 
  • Stir in the turmeric, salt and rice. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly, to toast the rice a bit.
  • Add the water and lemon juice and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cover the pan.
  • Allow the rice to cook over low heat until the water is absorbed, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 154kcal

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  1. Heidi says

    March 24, 2019 at 12:34 am

    5 stars
    Wonderful flavor! The fresh lemon was just a perfect with Tina Steaks and mixed vegetables! I added a bit of garlic and fresh ground pepper! SO good! Thank you…😊🍋🐟

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    • foodtasticmom says

      March 24, 2019 at 10:49 am

      Happy to receive this review. Thank you for taking the time. I am so glad you enjoyed the rice!

      Reply
  2. Melissa says

    July 29, 2019 at 1:16 pm

    I made this last night and it was so easy – and great!

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    • foodtasticmom says

      August 27, 2019 at 10:12 am

      Happy to hear this. Thank you!

      Reply
  3. Carla Peninger says

    April 11, 2021 at 5:06 pm

    5 stars
    I’m getting yum yum from my family and friends on this one!! So simple, yet so versatile! I am alreading thinking of ways to add spring veggies to this; green onions, chopped broccoli, even stirfried cabbage! I did use chicken broth instead of all water and it resulted in a wonderful flavor to complement a group meal of crockpot chicken. Bless you!

    P.S. I did multiply your recipe 3x with dynamite results!

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    • foodtasticmom says

      April 15, 2021 at 4:15 pm

      Love getting feedback like this. Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
  4. Cc says

    February 22, 2022 at 9:27 pm

    A super easy side dish to my chicken gyros! Loved the lemon flavor! I will be bc adding to my list of side dishes

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