THE EMERALD GRAINS

(Our Play on Palak Rice / Spinach Rice)

THE EMERALD GRAINS

Ingredients: 300g Cooked Basmati rice (cold), 200g Fresh spinach (pureed), 1 tsp Turmeric, 1 tsp Cumin seeds, 1 tsp Garam masala, 2 tbsp Oil, 1 small onion (diced)...

Ingredients

  • 300g Cooked Basmati rice (cold)
  • 200g Fresh spinach (pureed)
  • 1 tsp Turmeric
  • 1 tsp Cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp Garam masala
  • 2 tbsp Oil
  • 1 small onion (diced)

Cooking Method

  1. The Temper Heat oil and sizzle cumin seeds until they pop.
  2. The Architect Add onions and sauté until golden brown.
  3. The Bloom Add spices and the spinach puree with a splash of water; boil for 3 minutes until thick.
  4. The Marriage Toss in the cold rice; stir vigorously until every grain is glistening emerald green.
  5. The Final Flourish Finish with a squeeze of fresh lime juice and a hit of fresh coriander.

Cuisine: Indian

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