Best 4 Baked Geel Rys Yellow Rice Recipes

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Baked geel rys yellow rice is a classic South African dish that is packed with flavor and aroma. It is a perfect meal for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner. Geel rys is a type of yellow rice that is cooked with turmeric and other spices. It is often served with a meat dish, such as chicken or lamb, and vegetables. The baked version of geel rys is cooked in the oven, which gives it a crispy texture and a slightly caramelized flavor. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends!

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CINDY'S YELLOW RICE



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This is an easy yellow rice.

Provided by cindy_richelle

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups water
1 cup white rice
¼ cup dried minced onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Add rice, onion, olive oil, turmeric, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Cover the saucepan, reduce heat to low, and simmer until water is absorbed and rice is cooked, about 20 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Carbohydrate 42.8 g, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 586.9 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

BASIC YELLOW RICE



Basic Yellow Rice image

Simple and delicious basic yellow rice.

Provided by EthioCook

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 large shallots, chopped
2 cups uncooked jasmine rice, rinsed and drained
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon ground cumin
2 bay leaves
3 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth

Steps:

  • Heat butter in large, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots; cook and stir until softened and translucent, about 3 minutes. Pour in rice, garlic, salt, turmeric, coriander, cumin, and bay leaves. Continue to cook and stir for 3 minutes. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until broth is absorbed and rice is tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Discard bay leaves. Transfer to a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.8 calories, Carbohydrate 49.2 g, Cholesterol 10.7 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 392.7 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

CURRIED COD WITH GEEL RYS (YELLOW RICE WITH RAISINS)



Curried Cod with Geel Rys (Yellow Rice with Raisins) image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h5m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon butter
2 medium carrots, roughly chopped
2 stalks celery, roughly chopped
1 red onion, roughly chopped
5 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
3 tablespoons curry powder
2 tablespoons ground turmeric
2 bay leaves
4 cups chicken stock
5 sprigs thyme
2 tablespoons canola or rice bran oil
1 (3-pound) cod fillet (from the thickest part of the fillet), cut into 5-ounce pieces
1 1/2 cups basmati rice
1/4 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan set over medium heat. Add the carrots, celery, onion, and garlic and cook until the vegetables are softened; a little browning is okay. Add the curry powder, turmeric, and bay leaves and stir until the vegetables become pasty and coated with the spices. Add the stock and thyme. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer the curry broth for 1 hour.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Sear the cod pieces until one side is crispy. Pour 2 cups of the curry broth into the pan, reduce the heat, and simmer until the fish is cooked through.
  • Measure the remaining curry broth in a liquid measure and add enough water to come to 3 cups. Pour the liquid into a saucepan and add the rice and raisins. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook for 20 minutes.
  • To serve, make a bed of rice in a soup plate, set a piece of fish on top, and spoon in some of the broth.

GEELRYS (SOUTH AFRICAN YELLOW RICE WITH RAISINS)



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Geelrys is one of many South African dishes with roots in the Dutch East Indies. This sunny yellow side dish is the traditional accompaniment to Recipe #456518. Enjoy!

Provided by Nif_H

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups water or 4 cups stock
2 1/2 cups long-grain rice
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 cinnamon stick
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 -2 tablespoon sugar, white or brown
salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup raisins (sultanas are best)
butter (optional)

Steps:

  • Add the water or stock to a large saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Add the remaining ingredients and return to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover tightly and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and set aside, covered, for another 5-10 minutes. Discard cinnamon stick, fluff with a fork and serve hot.
  • Optional, Stir 1-2 tablespoons of butter into the cooked rice at the end.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.2, Fat 0.9, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 15.2, Carbohydrate 110.6, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 14, Protein 8.9

Tips:

  • To achieve the perfect texture, use high-quality, long-grain rice. Jasmine rice or basmati rice are both excellent choices.
  • Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking. This will remove any impurities and help the rice cook evenly.
  • Be careful not to overcook the rice. Overcooked rice will be mushy and bland.
  • If you're using a rice cooker, follow the manufacturer's instructions for cooking yellow rice.
  • If you're cooking the rice on the stovetop, bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and all the liquid has been absorbed.
  • Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork before serving.
  • To add even more flavor to your yellow rice, try adding some saffron, turmeric, or cumin.
  • Yellow rice is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of dishes. Try it with grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or a flavorful curry.

Conclusion:

Yellow rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its vibrant color and flavorful taste, it's sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a simple yet impressive side dish, give yellow rice a try.

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