Timman Asfar

Description
"Yellow" rice

Ingredients

 * 450 g (1 lb) long-grain rice
 * 400 ml (¾ pint) boiling water
 * 2 teaspoons salt
 * 1 tablespoon olive oil
 * ½ teaspoon turmeric
 * 2 cardamom pods

Directions

 * 1) Wash rice, drain and place in a medium saucepan.
 * 2) Add 400 ml (¾ pint) of boiling water.
 * 3) Add turmeric, olive oil, salt, cardamom and cover pan.
 * 4) Boil on high heat for 10 minutes, until the water has evaporated.
 * 5) Lift the lid and give a quick stir, then place lid back on and simmer for 10 minutes on very low heat.