Fresh Turmeric Rice With Grilled Vegetables - Kosher Everyday

Ingredients

• 5 small fresh turmeric "caterpillars", peeled and finely grated (should yield approximately 1 heaping tablespoon)
• 1 medium Vidalia or sweet onion diced
• 1 garlic clove crushed or 1 frozen garlic cube
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cups brown rice (I like Uncle Bens)
• 4 cups vegetable stock (I like Manischewitz)
• 2 pounds colorful baby peppers
• 1 extra-large Vidalia or sweet onion
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin