GEELRYS (SOUTH AFRICAN YELLOW RICE WITH RAISINS)

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Geelrys is one of many South African dishes with roots in the Dutch East Indies. This sunny yellow side dish is the traditional accompaniment to Recipe #456518. Enjoy!

Provided by Nif_H

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups water or 4 cups stock
2 1/2 cups long-grain rice
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 cinnamon stick
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 -2 tablespoon sugar, white or brown
salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup raisins (sultanas are best)
butter (optional)

Steps:

  • Add the water or stock to a large saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Add the remaining ingredients and return to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover tightly and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and set aside, covered, for another 5-10 minutes. Discard cinnamon stick, fluff with a fork and serve hot.
  • Optional, Stir 1-2 tablespoons of butter into the cooked rice at the end.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.2, Fat 0.9, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 15.2, Carbohydrate 110.6, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 14, Protein 8.9

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