Turmeric Rice (Instant Pot)
Bariis huruud is a simple turmeric rice. Cooking the rice in an Instant Pot cuts the cooking time by more then half while getting the same results if you were to do it stove top. This rice pairs great with curries, vegetables, and grilled meats and fish.
Prep Time2 minutes mins
Cook Time8 minutes mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Somali
Keyword: East African, instant pot, rice, side dish, Somali
Author: Alex Gorgos
- 1 1/2 cups basmati rice washed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
- 1 1/2 cups water
- salt to taste
Turn the Instant Pot function to sauté over medium heat. Sauté the washed rice in the olive oil and butter for 2 minutes.
Add in the spices and cilantro. Sauté for a minute.
Pour in the water. Set the function to pressure cook on high for 4 minutes. Place the cover on and push start.
Release the pressure. Season with salt. Fluff with a fork.