Geelrys (South African Yellow Rice With Raisins) Recipe

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Geelrys (South African Yellow Rice With Raisins)
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Ingredients:

  • 4 cups water or 4 cups stock
  • 2 1/2 cups long- grain rice
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 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.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 51.66 Kcal (216 kJ)
Calories from fat 1.59 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.18g 0%
Sodium 7.84mg 0%
Potassium 126.82mg 3%
Total Carbs 13.49g 4%
Sugars 2.34g 9%
Dietary Fiber 1.15g 5%
Protein 0.45g 1%
Vitamin C 0.8mg 1%
Iron 0.6mg 3%
Calcium 24.5mg 2%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 29.56 Kcal (124 kJ)
Calories from fat 0.91 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.1g 0%
Sodium 4.49mg 0%
Potassium 72.58mg 3%
Total Carbs 7.72g 4%
Sugars 1.34g 9%
Dietary Fiber 0.66g 5%
Protein 0.26g 1%
Vitamin C 0.5mg 1%
Iron 0.3mg 3%
Calcium 14mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 0.8
    Points
  • 1
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low calorie,
  • fat free,
  • saturated fat free,
  • sodium free,
  • cholesterol free

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