Tofu And Spinach Coconut Rice Delight Recipe

About this recipe

A fragrant coconut rice dish paired with sautéed tofu and spinach, seasoned with aromatic spices for a hearty and nutritious lunch.

Ingredients

• 1 kg Basmati Rice
• 250 g Spinach
• 200 ml Coconut Milk
• 500 g Onion
• 100 g Garlic
• loose Ginger
• 250g Green Chilli
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• 100 g Jeera
• 100 g Salt

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse the basmati rice thoroughly and soak it for 15 minutes.
2. 2. In a pot, heat vegetable oil and toast cumin seeds until aromatic.
3. 3. Add finely chopped onion, garlic, ginger, and green chilies, sautéing until golden brown.
4. 4. Stir in turmeric powder and salt, mixing well with the sautéed ingredients.
5. 5. Pour coconut milk and water into the pot, bringing it to a gentle boil.
6. 6. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pot, stirring gently to combine.
7. 7. Cover the pot and cook the rice on low heat until fully cooked and fluffy, about 15 minutes.
8. 8. In a separate pan, heat oil and add cubes of tofu, cooking until golden and slightly crisp.
9. 9. Add spinach to the tofu pan and sauté for 3-4 minutes until wilted and tender.
10. 10. Season the tofu-spinach mixture with salt and mix well.
11. 11. Layer the tofu-spinach mixture over the coconut rice and gently mix to distribute evenly.
12. 12. Let the dish rest for 2 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.