Sulekha Curry Leaf

Spinach Carrot Pulao

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Ingredients
  • Basmati Rice - 1 cup
  • Oil - 2 tbsp
  • Onion - 1/2 med, finely sliced
  • Fennel Seeds - 1 tsp
  • Black Cardamom - 1
  • Cinnamon Stick - 1″ pc.
  • Cloves - 1
  • Green Cardamom - 1
  • Bay Leaf - 1
  • Spinach - 1 bunch, chopped (2 cups packed)
  • Carrots - 2, grated
  • Water - 2 cups
  • Red Chili Powder - to taste
  • Salt - to taste
Directions
  • Wash and soak the Basmati Rice for at least 1/2 hour.
  • In a microwave-safe dish which is at least 4″ deep and holds at least 4-5 cups, add Oil, Fennel Seeds, Onions, Big Cardamom, Cinnamon Stick, Green Cardamom, Bay Leaf and Cloves. Mix well.
  • Microwave uncovered for 3 minutes.
  • Add in the Chopped Spinach and the Grated Carrots. Mix well and microwave for another 3 minutes, uncovered.
  • Drain the water from the soaked Rice and add it in the bowl.
  • Add Salt, Red Chili Powder and 2 cups Water. Mix well and cook covered for 15 minutes, stirring and checking every 5 minutes.
  • Let the Rice stand for a few minutes before you fluff it up with a fork.
  • Serve hot with Raita, Yogurt and/or pickle. Serves 2.


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