I previously relied on Robertson's rice spice for making yellow rice, but after switching to a gluten-free diet, I had to find an alternative. I was thrilled to come across this recipe on the Instant Pot website, and it has proven to be reliably successful with every attempt.
Instant Pot Recipes Turmeric
Rice (Kashmiri Tahar Yellow Rice) – Instant Pot
This recipe produces a large amount of rice, so you have the option to reduce the ingredients, or you might be pleased to learn that it freezes exceptionally well.
Ideas, Advice and Suggestions
Rice:
The original recipe called for Basmati long grain rice, but I've found that standard rice always works well for me.
Water: The only drawback of the original recipe was that it didn't specify the amount of water to use in the Instant Pot, which I was unfamiliar with at the time.
Ground Turmeric: A small amount can have a significant impact, so resist the urge to use more than half a teaspoon on your first attempt.
Salt: Salt can be adjusted after cooking.
Butter: Don't skip this step, as it significantly improves the rice. I typically use butter, and although the original recipe calls for "1 tbsp of ghee or mustard oil, clarified butter," I believe it could work with other substitutes as well don't skip this step though it does make a differnce.
Yellow Rice (Kashmiri Tahar Yellow Rice)
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Level of Difficulty: Medium
The Origin of the Recipe: Turmeric Rice (Kashmiri Tahar Yellow Rice) – Instant Pot
Diet: Gluten-free
Just 4 simple ingredients make up this Yellow Rice (Kashmiri Tahar Yellow Rice) dish that will blow your mind! Kids and adults alike will be begging you to make it again! This traditional Kashmiri rice recipe turns your basic white rice into a vibrant and flavourful side dish.
Ingredients
- 420g / 2 cups rice (long grain, rinsed and soaked for 10 minutes in 4 cups water)
- 2 1/2 cups Water for cooking
- 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp Butter
Instructions
- Soak the rice in 4 cups water for about 10 minutes. Rinse the rice well until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in 4 cups water for about 10 minutes. This step is key since it makes the rice nice and fluffy.
- When you are ready to cook, discard the water. Add the rice to the Instant Pot. Furthermore, add 2 1/2 cups of water to the inner pot. Next, add in ground turmeric and salt. Stir well.
- Close the lid and select Manual for 6 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes and then quick release the pressure.
- Finally, open the lid, fluff the rice with a fork, add ghee or smoked mustard oil, and mix well.