Sprout and Methi Rice with Skim Curd

Per Serving

  • Mixed sprouts : ¼ cup
  • Chopped methi (Fenugreek): 2 tbsp.
  • Brown rice: 2 tbsp. (30gm)
  • Cumin seeds : ¼ tsp
  • Green chillies : ½
  • Chopped garlic and ginger : ¼ tsp
  • Chopped Onion: 1 tbsp.
  • Chopped tomatoes: 1 tbsp.
  • Chilli Powder : ¼ tsp
  • Turmeric Powder : a pinch
  • Oil : ½ tsp
  • Salt : ¼ tsp

 

Note: 1 cup = 200 ml, ½ cup = 100 ml, 1 tsp = 5 gm, 1 tbsp = 15 gm

*tsp = teaspoon, tbsp = tablespoon

  • Wash and soak rice in enough water in a bowl for 30 minutes. Drain well and keep aside.
  • Heat oil in pressure cooker and add cumin seeds. Once the cumin seeds crackle add green chillies, garlic, ginger, onions and saute until light brown on medium flame.
  • Add tomatoes, fenugreek leaves, turmeric and chilli powder, salt, mix well, and cook on medium flame for a minute.
  • Add soaked brown rice, sprouts, cup water, salt, mix well and pressure cook for three whistles.
  • Once the pressure cooker cools down, open the lid and serve the rice hot with skim curd.
  • Sprouts and Methi Rice is a one pot meal that can offer several health benefits, including heart health, blood sugar regulation and weight management.
  • This recipe is high in several heart healthy nutrients like iron, magnesium, and potassium. 
  • Being high in fiber, this recipe can also help people manage their cholesterol levels.
Calories (kcal)
Carbohydrates (g)
Proteins (g)
Fats (g)

270.08

49.86

7.58

4.48

Reference:

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