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.
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.
- Add in the rice. Sauté for 3 minutes.
- 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.
