Check Rice (Instant Pot)

Check Rice (Instant Pot)

Check Rice (Instant Pot)

Check rice is commonly eaten as a side dish in Liberia and many other West African countries. Traditionally, it is made with just jute leaves, which are unavailable in the U.S. Spinach, and sometimes okra, are substituted to get that green color. Think of this as the equivalent of Mexican cilantro rice; same preparation, different ingredients to make it green.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Liberian
Keyword: instant pot, Liberian, rice, side dish, vegan, West African
Author: Alex Gorgos

Equipment

  • instant pot
  • food processor

Ingredients

  • 2 cups basmati rice washed
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 medium white onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup parsley
  • 1 bunch spinach washed
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp curry powder
  • 2 cups water
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Turn the Instant Pot function to Sauté on medium heat. Heat up the oil. Add in the onions, garlic, and spices. Sauté for 3 minutes.
    Liberian, side dish, rice
  • Add in the rice. Sauté for 3 minutes.
    Liberian, side dish, rice
  • Add the spinach and parsley to a food processor and process. Add to the rice. Pour in the water. Turn the function to Pressure Cook on high for 4 minutes. Place the cover on and push start.
    Liberian, side dish, rice
Liberian, side dish, rice
Release the pressure and give the rice a stir. Alternatively, you can prepare this rice on the stove top. You will want to use 4 cups of water instead of two.