Garlicky Spinach Pulao
Garlicky Spinach Pulao. A simple dish with tempting flavors. This instant pot spinach pulao/rice has a big, bold garlic flavor and it is just finger-licking delicious. Additionally, it is vegan and gluten-free.
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Basmati Rice,uncooked
- 1.5 Cups Spinach Leaves
- 2 Cups Water/Vegetable Stock
- 4 Cloves Minced Garlic
- ½ Medium Chopped Onion
- 2 Tbsp Avocado oil
- 1 Jalapeno ,chopped ,seeds removed
- ½ Tsp Turmeric Powder
- ½ Tsp Red Pepper Flakes(Optional)
- ½ Tsp Garam Masala Powder
- 1 Tbsp Lime/Lemon Juice
- Salt ,according to the taste.
- 1 Inch Cinnamon Stick
- 2 Green Cardamom
- 2 Bay Leaves
- ½ Tsp Cumin Seeds
Instructions
- Rinse the rice in cold water for 3-4 times till it runs clear.
- Drain the water from rice and keep it aside in a plate.
- Make a puree of spinach leaves ,water and green chili .
- Turn the saute button of the instant pot on.
- When it says hot add oil to it .
- Add whole spices and cumin seeds to it. Let them crackle ..
- Add chopped garlic and stir it around.When it looks light brown add chopped onion to it .This will not take more than 1 minute.
- Add red pepper flakes turmeric powder and stir it around once. If it looks like its sticking to the bottom cancel the button and add 1 tsp of water . Stir it once more..
- Add Spinach puree and rice to it. Add garam masala powder to it ..
- Level the rice nicely .Scrape from all the sides.
- Cover the Instant pot with lid.
- Cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.Keep the ven in seal in position .
- After 5 minutes let it release the steam naturally .
- Open the lid the fluff it with a fork .
- Enjoy with some raita or curry .