Mint Coriander Rice
By Nmami Agarwal 17-Nov 2020 Reading Time: 2 Mins
Mint coriander rice is a simple yet delicious dish which is made with the goodness of mint and rice. It is a perfect dish to be tried upon and relish the bundles of nutrition along with amazing taste. This delicious south indian recipe has a refreshing mint flavour that relishes the taste buds.
Nutritional Benefits:
Rice serves as the instant source of energy. They are rich source of carbohydrates and a fair source of protein. Mint is used as a refresher that helps in improving irritable bowel syndrome and helps in reliving indigestion.
Ingredients:
- 15 grams rice
- 10 gram mint
- 10 gram coriander
- 3-4 garlic cloves
- 5 grams ginger
- 5 grams coconut
- 10 grams mixed vegetable
- 10 grams onion
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice
- 2-3 green chilies
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 1-2 green cardamom
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 inch cinnamon
- 1-2 cloves
- Salt as per taste
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Per Serving:
- Nutrition Info
- Amount
- Calories
- 117 kcal
- Carbs
- 14.6 grams
- Protein
- 2.3 grams
- Fats
- 6.3 grams
Method:
- Start by washing the rice properly and soaking in for 15-20 minutes
- Take a grinder and add in the mint, coriander, green chilli, ginger, garlic, coconut and grind to make a smooth paste.
- Heat some oil in a skillet and add bay leaf, cumin, cloves, cardamom and cinnamon.
- Sautee them for few minutes. Add in the spices
- Add in the onion to sautee till they are golden brown.
- Then add in the mixed vegetables with little water and sautee for 2-3 minutes.
- Let it boil once and then add in the rice.
- Let it cook until the water evaporates.
- Serve hot.
Over to you:
Relish this light and easy recipe of mint coriander rice in your dinner or lunch time.