Geelrys (South African Yellow Rice With Raisins)

Nif's Note:

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 Bobotie (South African Curried Meat Casserole). Enjoy!

• Total Time: 35 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 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)

Directions:

1. 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.
2. Remove from heat and set aside, covered, for another 5-10 minutes. Discard cinnamon stick, fluff with a fork and serve hot.
3. Optional, Stir 1-2 tablespoons of butter into the cooked rice at the end.

Reviews

[JanuaryBride]

This is wonderful!! So glad I tried it! Very pretty, flavorful, and easy to make! Made for ZWT7 for Team Emerald City Shakers for the Vegetarian Challenge. Served it aside a vegetarian "meatless" loaf with fried plantains for a fun African meal. Thanks for sharing

[mary winecoff]

Great yellow rice recipe that is quick and easy to do. I only added 1 Tablespoon of the sugar (white) because I thought the sweetness of the raisins would be enough. Love the cinnamon! This went great with roast chicken.