Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1/4 c unsalted butter ((1/2 stick))
  • 2 c long grain rice
  • 2 tbsp red or green bell peppers (or both) (minced)
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder
  • pinch red pepper flakes
  • 4 c low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 stems cilantro

Instruction

  • In a medium saucepan set over medium heat, add the butter. Once melted, add the rice and cook for 1 minute.  Add the bell pepper and garlic, cook for 2 additional minutes
  • Add salt, turmeric, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, red pepper flakes,chicken broth and cilantro stems. Turn heat up and bring to a boil. Then reduce heat to low
  • Add lid and simmer for 15-18 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked. Remove from the heat and let sit, with the lid on for 10 minutes. Remove cilantro stems,then fluff with a fork