Indian Spiced Rice Recipe

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Indian Spiced Rice
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Directions:

  1. In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the onions, and cook, stirring frequently until they have softened.
  3. Sprinkle in the ginger, garlic, coriander, cardamom, nutmeg, red chili powder, and cumin.
  4. Cook for 3 minutes more, stirring frequently.
  5. Add the rice to the saucepan and saute the rice with the spices for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  6. Now add the lentils and salt into the saucepan.
  7. Add 3 cups of water into the pan, stir.
  8. Place the potatoes into the pan.
  9. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover the pan and turn the heat to low.
  10. Cook for 10 minutes.
  11. Place the bell pepper, peas, and raisins into the saucepan.
  12. Stir well, then cover the pan again.
  13. Cook 10 minutes more, or until the rice, potatoes, and lentils are tender.
  14. Stir in the butter, if desired.
  15. Serve hot and enjoy.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 242.09 Kcal (1014 kJ)
Calories from fat 45.48 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.05g 8%
Cholesterol 5.09mg 2%
Sodium 311.54mg 13%
Potassium 387.09mg 8%
Total Carbs 43.21g 14%
Sugars 3.76g 15%
Dietary Fiber 7.97g 32%
Protein 7.23g 14%
Vitamin C 28.3mg 47%
Vitamin A 0.7mg 24%
Iron 30.1mg 167%
Calcium 43.8mg 4%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 86.3 Kcal (361 kJ)
Calories from fat 16.21 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.8g 8%
Cholesterol 1.81mg 2%
Sodium 111.05mg 13%
Potassium 137.99mg 8%
Total Carbs 15.4g 14%
Sugars 1.34g 15%
Dietary Fiber 2.84g 32%
Protein 2.58g 14%
Vitamin C 10.1mg 47%
Vitamin A 0.3mg 24%
Iron 10.7mg 167%
Calcium 15.6mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 4.5
    Points
  • 6
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • cholesterol free,
  • good source of fiber

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