[NEW YORK] HALAL Cart Rice | New York Halal Cart Recipe | Halal Yellow Rice

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice adds fiber and nutrients but may alter cooking time.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water

Water is cost-effective and can be used if broth isn't available.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

turmeric

Turmeric is essential for color and flavor.

Heat olive oil in a pan until shimmering.

Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté for a few seconds, being careful not to burn it.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric, 1/2 teaspoon of cumin powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of paprika to the pan; mix well.

Add the 2 cups of basmati rice to the mixture and stir to combine, ensuring the rice is coated with the spices.

Pour in 4 cups of water and add salt to taste; stir again.

Wait for the mixture to come to a boil.

Once boiling, cover the pan and reduce the heat to low; let it simmer for 15-20 minutes.

After 15 minutes, check the rice; it should have a nice bright color.

Turn off the heat, cover the pan, and let it sit for another 10 minutes.

After 10 minutes, check the rice; it should be perfectly cooked with each grain separating.

Cooking Techniques

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