Turmeric Ginger Moroccan Rice
Spice up your weeknight dinners with our Turmeric Ginger Moroccan Rice recipe, a vibrant and healthful dish that's as delightful to eat as it is easy to prepare. Steeped with Give a Tea™ Organic Turmeric Ginger tea, this recipe not only imparts a rich, aromatic flavor but also harnesses the wellness benefits of turmeric and ginger. The exotic dish is further enhanced with the sweetness of NOW Real Food® Organic Unsweetened Apricots and the crunch of NOW Real Food® Roasted Salted Pistachios, making it a perfect vegan friendly entrée or side dish that's sure to be a hit at any table.
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Rinse rice under cool water a few times until water runs clear. Bring a saucepan to a boil over medium heat. Turn heat off and add Turmeric Ginger tea bags. Steep for 5 minutes. Discard tea bags.
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Add rinsed rice to tea and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer. Stir simmer for 15 minutes uncovered, until rice is tender. Fluff rice with a fork and cover to keep warm.
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Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add onion and sauté for 5 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute longer.
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Stir in cooked rice and apricots. Season with salt. Cook for 2 minutes longer.
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Serve rice hot topped with pistachios and cilantro.
