Methi and matar make a fragrant pairing that needs little else. Cooking them with brown rice creates a practical lunchbox meal with distinct grains and plenty of green colour.
Prep
18 min
Cook
35 min
Total
53 min
Yield
Serves 4
One-potLunchboxSeasonal
Make it
Method
01
Heat oil in a heavy pot, bloom cumin and cinnamon, then cook onion until lightly golden.
02
Add methi and peas and sauté until the leaves wilt and excess moisture evaporates.
03
Drain rice, add it to the pot with salt and water, and bring to a boil.
04
Cover and cook on low until the rice is tender. Rest off heat for 10 minutes before fluffing.
Kitchen notes
Wash methi well and use tender stems.
Water needs vary by brown-rice variety; follow the pack ratio when different.
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Before you cook
Wash produce under clean running water, keep preparation surfaces clean and cook ingredients that require cooking thoroughly. Check packaged ingredients for allergens. “Healthy” here means produce-forward recipe inspiration, not medical or personalised nutrition advice.