First and foremost, this is not a cleanse-approved recipe. We have to make that disclaimer so that people don’t post this recipe and say that they can enjoy it while cleansing. Can you enjoy a lovely bowl of garlic turmeric rice once you finish your cleanse? Yes, of course you can! In fact, this soft and fluffy turmeric rice is a great transitional meal that exhibits heavenly aroma and flavor in every bite. It contains garlic, onion, turmeric, and a few other ingredients that enhance the dish.

What is turmeric rice, or yellow rice? Depending on the region, this rice may be referred to by different names. There are variations within India, Middle Eastern countries, and several Asian countries. Different regions will add local spices or aromatics to flavor the dish. The signature yellow color typically comes from one of three spices: turmeric, annatto, or saffron. Those can be used interchangeably to give white rice that bright yellow hue. No artificial dyes here, folks! We banned them from our recipes long before RFK Jr. ever thought about it.

For this recipe, you will use turmeric powder, not the freshly grated turmeric root. You only need one teaspoon of turmeric powder, which adds a lovely earthly flavor that complements the garlic, coconut oil, and onion, which are the three primary components of the dish. The rice also cooks in low-sodium vegetable stock, which enhances the flavor. The best part, besides the intensely rich flavor, is that it comes together in just 20 minutes in one pot!