Geelrys (Yellow Rice)
Geelrys is a traditional South African dish that is often served as a side dish with bobotie, a spiced minced meat dish.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 7.
Ingredients
- 2 cup Basmati rice
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric
- 1 piece Cinnamon stick
- 1/4 cup Raisins
- 2 tablespoon Butter
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 4 cup Water
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a large pot, add the rice, turmeric, cinnamon stick, raisins, butter, salt, and water.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
- Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
- Remove the pot from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5g8%
- Total Carbohydrate 48g16%
- Sugars 4g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.