Spinach (Callaloo) Rice
Spinach (Callaloo) Rice is a flavorful and nutritious dish typically made by cooking rice with spinach or callaloo leaves. It is a popular Caribbean dish that combines the earthy flavors of the spinach with the aromatic rice, creating a delicious and colorful side dish.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups rice
- 2 cups fresh spinach or callaloo leaves, chopped
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 bell pepper chopped
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Saute until softened.
- Add the chopped spinach or callaloo leaves to the pot and cook until wilted.
- Stir in the rice and cook for a minute to toast the rice slightly.
- Add the vegetable broth, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot as a side dish with your favorite main course.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Notes
Can be done in both rice cooker and regular pot. However, rice cooker is preferred. Tin callaloo or freshly cut spinach can be used.
Nutrition
Calories: 369kcal (18%)Carbohydrates: 81g (27%)Protein: 8g (16%)Fat: 1g (2%)Saturated Fat: 0.2g (1%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gSodium: 489mg (21%)Potassium: 305mg (9%)Fiber: 3g (13%)Sugar: 4g (4%)Vitamin A: 2651IU (53%)Vitamin C: 47mg (57%)Calcium: 54mg (5%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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