Fenugreek and Green Pea Rice

A fragrant Indian rice tossed with wilted fenugreek leaves, sweet green peas, and gentle spices. A wholesome lunch that packs well for older kids.

2-3y+

10 min prep · 20 min cook · 30 min total · 2 servings

No top allergens

Ingredients

Contains optional added salt for older eaters. Skip it for babies under 12 months.

240 ml rice, rinsed and soaked1.01 cup rice, rinsed and soaked
30 ml oil2.03 tbsp oil
1 each garlic, crushed
2.5 ml cumin seed0.51 tsp cumin seed
120 ml green pea8.12 tbsp green pea
300 ml fenugreek leaf, plucked and washed1.27 cup fenugreek leaf, plucked and washed
1.25 ml garam masala0.25 tsp garam masala
0.63 ml turmeric0.13 tsp turmeric
15 ml lemon juice1.01 tbsp lemon juice
salt (to taste), for over-1s, added at the end

Rinse the rice well under cool water, then soak it in fresh water for 20 minutes and drain.
Bring 2 cups of water to a boil, add the drained rice, and cook covered until tender and grainy, about 12 minutes.
Spread the cooked rice on a plate and let it cool completely so the grains stay separate.

Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat, then add the cumin seeds and the crushed garlic clove.
Saute until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden, about 1 minute.
Add the green peas and fenugreek leaves and saute for 3 to 4 minutes until the leaves wilt completely.
Stir in the garam masala and turmeric, mix well, then turn off the heat.

Add the cooled rice to the pan and gently fold everything together until the rice is evenly coated.
Squeeze in the lemon juice and mix. For over-1s and adults, add a pinch of salt to taste, and a little chili if you like heat.

2-3y

Chop the fenugreek finely and make sure the rice is soft. Lightly mash the peas and serve small spoonfuls without added salt.

Choking safety: Whole green peas can be a choking risk at this age. Lightly mash or squash them before serving.

3-5y

Serve as written in small portions, making sure the peas are soft. Skip the salt and chili for this age and offer a lemon wedge on the side.

Choking safety: Make sure peas are soft and not firm enough to cause choking.

5-8y

Serve as written. You can add a light pinch of salt and a small amount of chili if your child enjoys a little heat.

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