The Best Umami-Rich Java Rice Recipe On The Internet

Forget takeout, make your own java rice from scratch with this easy to follow 15-minute recipe. Using Knorr Liquid Seasoning Original to finish off the rice, this java rice recipe is unlike anything you’ve ever tried before. Of course it has the orange hue java rice is known for but with a deep umami flavor that’ll make this your favorite way to make rice from now on. Pair it with your favorite grilled Filipino food and you have yourself a special Filipino meal.

Tips

If using rice that’s freshly made, place it in the fridge first to cool before adding it into the pan with the other java rice ingredients.

15 min.
6 People
Easy

Ingredients

4 day old rice
1 tbsp oil
1 tbsp butter
1 pc small red onion, diced
4 pcs garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp annatto powder
1 tsp turmeric powder
1 1/2 tbsp Knorr Liquid Seasoning Original
to taste salt
to taste pepper

Cooking Method

In a large bowl, break apart the clumps of rice by pressing on it with a spatula.
Heat oil in a large pan or wok over medium high heat.
Add butter and let it melt for a few seconds.
Add onion and garlic cloves. Sauté until fragrant.
Add annatto and turmeric powder. Mix for 20-30 seconds.
Add rice and mix well to fully coat and season.
Cook for 1-2 minutes.
Add Knorr Liquid Seasoning Original and mix to distribute.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve the java rice warm with your favorite grilled food.

Now that you know how to make java rice, you can easily pair this with a variety of Filipino food. While it’s usually paired with grilled meats like grilled liempo or chicken inasal, you can also pair this with sinigang for something different.