Hindi - Spinach Rice || Try this healthy rice recipe with so many veggies

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur

Quinoa offers more protein, while bulgur is often less expensive.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: frozen spinach

Kale is nutrient-rich, and frozen spinach is budget-friendly.

Wash spinach thoroughly and chop it coarsely.

Soak rice in water for 20-30 minutes, then drain.

Heat oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add cumin seeds and bay leaf; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic, ginger, and green chili; cook for 1-2 minutes.

Add turmeric powder and salt; mix well.

Incorporate chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.

Add drained rice and stir gently to combine with spinach mixture.

Pour in water and bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and cover.

Cook until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 15-20 minutes.

Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork and drizzle with lemon juice.

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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