Instant pot Spinach Rice / Pulao

Step 1

Press saute mode on Instant Pot. Add oil and once it’s hot, add ginger and chopped onions and give it a stir

Step 2

Add chopped spinach leaves, chickpeas, salt to taste, garam masala powder, cumin powder, red chili powder, and the washed Rice and water give a stir.

Step 3

Close the lid on the pot, and turn the valve from VENTING to SEALING position.

Step 4

Press CANCEL button on Instant Pot.Set the pot to MANUAL/PRESSURE COOK button (High Pressure) and set the timer to 5 minutes

Step 5

When done. Natural Pressure Release(NPR) for 5 minutes and then do a QUICK RELEASE (QR)

Step 6

Remove lid away from you, Mix well

Step 7

Spinach Rice is ready. Serve with Raita or plain yogurt.

Step 8

Heat a heavy bottom pot on medium-high heat.

Step 9

Follow the instructions to sauté everything,

Step 10

add spinach, chickpeas, rice, water.

Step 11

Bring to a boil and cover the pot. Reduce heat to medium, and cook for about 10-12 minutes. Till the rice is cooked.

Step 12

Open the lid,  and fluff rice with a fork. Serve it with dal or yogurt!