Golden Turmeric Coconut Rice with Roasted Cashews and Lime

Ingredients

• •1 cup jasmine rice
• •1 1/4 cups coconut milk
• •1/2 cup water
• •1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• •1/2 teaspoon salt
• •1 tablespoon coconut oil
• •1/4 cup roasted cashews
• •1 lime, cut into wedges
• •2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
• •1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• •1 clove garlic, minced

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the grated ginger and minced garlic, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir to coat it in the coconut oil mixture.

4. 4

   Pour in the coconut milk, water, turmeric, and salt. Stir well to combine.

5. 5

   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice has absorbed the liquid and is tender.

6. 6

   Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Fluff the rice with a fork and incorporate roasted cashews.

8. 8

   Serve in a bowl and garnish with lime wedges and chopped cilantro, if desired.