Spinach Rice Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 35 minutes
Description:
This Spinach Rice recipe is not just a dish; it’s a wholesome experience! Perfectly marrying the goodness of spinach with the comforting texture of long-grain rice, this recipe is a go-to for busy weeknights or lively get-togethers. Its simplicity and healthfulness make it a star on any table.
Recipe Category:
Long Grain Rice
Keywords:
Rice, Asian, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Less than 60 Mins, Stove Top
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 cups | Cooked long-grain rice |
| 1/2 cup | Milk |
| 1 tbsp | Butter |
| 3 cups | Spinach |
| 1/2 tsp | Cumin seeds |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1 | Green chili |
| To taste | Salt |
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 167.5
- Fat Content: 5.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2g
- Cholesterol Content: 7.9mg
- Sodium Content: 37.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 26.4g
- Fiber Content: 1g
- Sugar Content: 1.3g
- Protein Content: 3.6g
Servings:
6 servings
Recipe Instructions:
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Prepare Rice Mixture:
- In a pan, heat butter over low heat.
- Add cooked long-grain rice, milk, and salt. Cook for 1 minute, stirring gently to combine.
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Fry Cumin Seeds:
- In another pan, heat oil and fry cumin seeds until they begin to crackle, releasing their aromatic flavors.
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Saute Onions and Chili:
- Add finely chopped onion to the pan and sauté for 1 minute until translucent.
- Introduce the green chili and continue frying for a while to infuse flavors.
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Cook Spinach:
- Incorporate fresh spinach leaves into the pan and season with salt.
- Cook until the spinach wilts and becomes tender, releasing its vibrant green color and earthy aroma.
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Layering:
- Grease a jelly mould generously.
- Spread the cooked spinach evenly at the bottom of the mould.
- Layer the prepared rice mixture on top, spreading it evenly over the spinach layer.
- Press the layers gently to ensure they adhere well together.
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Bake:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cover the mould and bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the dish to develop a delightful crust.
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Serve:
- Once baked, carefully invert the mould onto a serving plate, revealing the beautiful layers of spinach and rice.
- Pair this wholesome Spinach Rice with a piping hot cream of tomato soup or any other thick soup for a complete and satisfying meal experience.
This Spinach Rice recipe embodies simplicity, healthfulness, and deliciousness in every bite. It’s not just a dish; it’s a culinary journey that nourishes both body and soul. Enjoy the wholesome goodness with your loved ones today! 🌿🍚
