Indonesian Spiced Rice

This spicy rice is perfectly seasoned with garlic, jalapeños, and fragrant spices. Great with kabobs or grilled lamb.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 30 mins

Total Time: 45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
• 2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
• 1 cup water
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 green onions, chopped

Steps

1. Heat oil in a large, heavy pan over medium heat. Stir in onion, jalapeños, and garlic. Sauté until onion is translucent; about 6 to 8 minutes.
2. Stir in turmeric and cinnamon. Add rice; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Mix in chicken broth, water, and bay leaf; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes.
3. Turn off the heat and let sit for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped green onion.