I had got a bunch of celery for my GM diet and I still have lots left 😛 I can prepare soups only in the weekend, weekdays it is quite impossible. So tried this celery rice instead of wasting them. It is quite simple. For working women this can be an easy lunch packed.
Some Celery health benefits
- Great choice as a weight watcher.
- It reduces inflammation.
- It aids digestion.
- Reduces stress.
- Reduces bad cholesterol.
- Lowers blood pressure.
Ingredients:
Celery : 1/4 cup chopped
Basmathi rice : 1 cup
Onion : 1/2 of large chopped
Tomato : 1/2 of large chopped
Green Chili : 1 chopped
Cumin seeds : 1/2 teaspoon
Fennel seeds : 1/2 teaspoon
Oil : 1 teaspoon
Curry Leaves : few
Turmeric powder : a pinch
Garam masala : 1/4 teaspoon (optional)
Salt : as required
Water : 2 cups
Method:
- Wash and soak Basmathi rice for 15 mins.
- Heat oil in pressure cooker. Add cumin seeds, fennel seeds, when they change color add curry leaves.
- Next add onions and let it turn translucent.
- Add the celery and cook for 3 to 4 mins. Now add the tomato. Tomato should get smashed well. Now add salt, turmeric powder and garam masala(if using).
- Drain water from rice and put it in the cooker. Saute well for few mins.
- Now add water and pressure cook for 3 whistles.
- Serve with raita or Yogurt 🙂
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