{"id":128393,"date":"2026-03-11T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-11T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themediterraneandish.com\/?p=128393"},"modified":"2026-03-10T18:18:29","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T22:18:29","slug":"turmeric-rice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themediterraneandish.com\/turmeric-rice\/","title":{"rendered":"Herby Turmeric Rice"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Learn how to make this vibrant and aromatic turmeric rice recipe, perfect with grilled meats or as a base for a hearty bowl served with stew.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Rice is a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine, and I often find myself experimenting with new combinations of spices and other aromatics to create fresh variations on the classic white rice<\/a> accompaniment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

My turmeric rice recipe draws inspiration from Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and South Asian cuisine by combining the earthy flavor and vibrant color of ground turmeric with the aromatics of fresh ginger, garlic, and fresh herbs to create a bright, fragrant, and fluffy rice dish. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ready in 30 minutes, I like to serve turmeric rice with kebabs such as Chicken Kofta Kebab<\/a> or Grilled Shrimp Kabobs, Mediterranean-Style<\/a>. Alternatively, it is an excellent accompaniment to soak up the sauce of an easy chicken stew recipe<\/a>. For a decadent variation, try my Saffron Rice Recipe<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Why You’ll Love This Turmeric Rice Recipe<\/p>\n\n\n\n