Fragrant basmati rice stir-fried with earthy Indian cumin, fresh spinach, and aromatic spices. This flavorful and wholesome dish offers a perfect balance of warmth, nutrition, and satisfying texture.
Ingredients:
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 shallot, sliced
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
4 cups cooked basmati rice
one 14.5-ounces can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
4 cups curly spinach
kosher salt
pepper
lemon wedges, for serving
Directions:
In a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil. Add the shallot and ginger and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until the shallot is golden, about 3 minutes. Add the cumin, rice, chickpeas and spinach and cook, stirring, until the spinach is wilted, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with lemon wedges.
