Mint Coriander Rice

Mint Coriander Rice is a fragrant and refreshing rice dish that blends the fresh, herby flavors of mint and coriander with warm spices. This dish is perfect as a light meal or as a flavorful side for curries and grilled dishes.

For a Serving Size of Two:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (200 grams) basmati rice, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves (about 10 grams), roughly chopped
• 1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves (about 10 grams), roughly chopped
• 1 small onion (about 50 grams), finely chopped
• 1 green chili, chopped (optional)
• 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 tablespoon olive oil or ghee
• 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) water or vegetable broth
• Salt to taste
• Lemon wedge (optional) for garnish

Procedure:

• Heat olive oil or ghee in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
• Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Add ginger-garlic paste and green chili, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
• Blend the mint and coriander leaves with a small amount of water to make a smooth paste. Add this paste to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
• Add turmeric powder, rinsed rice, and salt, stirring to coat the rice with the mint-coriander mixture.
• Pour in water or vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Once it begins to boil, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
• Fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with a lemon wedge if desired, and serve hot.

Nutritional Benefits:

• Calories: 200 kcal
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbohydrates: 32.3 g
• Fat: 5.8 g