Budget Lemon "Saffron" Rice

By Foodiewife

Saffron rice is dubbed the most expensive spice in the world. Sometimes, I like to make a simple "Yellow" Rice by using a tiny pinch of Tumeric-- this gives rice a pretty yellow color, but doesn't add any flavor to the rice. It's a versatile way to make boring rice look pretty, with a variety of garnishes.

Ingredients

• OPTIONAL:
• 1 cup long grain white rice
• 2 cups water or chicken stock (or half of each)
• 1/4 teaspoon tumeric
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 Tsp. lemon zest
• fresh minced parsley
• 1 cup of frozen peas

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 10mins
Cooking time 35mins
Adapted from foodiewife-kitchen.blogspot.com

Preparation

Step 1

Rinse the rice until the water is clear.

In a medium size saucepan, add the water or chicken stock, and tumeric, and bring to a boil. Add the rice and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, covered.

Remove from heat. Fluff with a fork.

If desired, add lemon zest and lemon juice and fresh herbs.

Adding frozen peas gives the rice some contrast color, and you can sneak in some vegetables!