Savory

Yellow Arroz (Turmeric Rice)

A flavorful and vibrant side dish that gets its signature hue and earthy flavor from the spice turmeric.

July 15, 2025
Yellow Arroz (Turmeric Rice)

Turmeric Rice, or as my girls sweetly call it, Yellow Arroz—is one of our favorite go-to side dishes. It’s warm, comforting, and packed with flavor… plus it’s pretty. That golden color comes from turmeric, a spice with powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. I also love cooking it with bone broth toe enrich the nutritional value. There was time when all my girls would eat for dinner would be a plate of arroz. We love serving this with our taco bowls actually or grilled chicken, roasted veggies. I just love the colorful boost it gives our meals.

Whether you're making dinner on a busy weeknight or prepping for guests, this rice is easy, nourishing, and kid-approved.

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Turmeric Rice, or as my girls sweetly call it, Yellow Arroz—is one of our favorite go-to side dishes. It’s warm, comforting, and packed with flavor… plus it’s pretty. That golden color comes from turmeric, a spice with powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. I also love cooking it with bone broth toe enrich the nutritional value. There was time when all my girls would eat for dinner would be a plate of arroz. We love serving this with our taco bowls actually or grilled chicken, roasted veggies. I just love the colorful boost it gives our meals.

Whether you're making dinner on a busy weeknight or prepping for guests, this rice is easy, nourishing, and kid-approved.

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Kitchenware
  • medium saucepan with lid
  • wooden spoon
Ingredients
  • 1 cup rinsed jasmine rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

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Ingredients
  • 1 cup rinsed jasmine rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

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Details
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
18 mins
Serves:
4
Equipment
  • medium saucepan with lid
  • wooden spoon
Instructions
  1. Toast the rice: In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the olive oil or butter. Add the rinsed rice and toast it for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  2. Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant—about 30 seconds.
  3. Simmer: Add the chicken broth, water, salt, and turmeric. Stir gently to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
  4. Cover and cook: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low. Cover with a lid and simmer for 18- 20 minutes.
  5. Steam: Turn off the heat but keep the lid on. Let the rice steam for another 10 minutes.
  6. Fluff and serve: Fluff with a fork and serve warm. Enjoy the golden goodness!

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