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    Methi Tomato Rice

    Posted: May 15, 2015 ยท Updated: Aug 15, 2021

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    A simple and easy Indian style Methi Tomato Rice made with fresh methi or fenugreek greens and spices. A vegan, gluten-free, soy-free and nut-free recipe.
    Methi Tomato Rice served in a white plate an d a bowl witha  fork.

    Here's a quick weeknight recipe that's healthy and sure to delight just about anyone, especially if that anyone likes methi or fenugreek leaves: My Methi Tomato Rice.

    If you think methi is too exotic, or have never tried it for whatever reason, I am about to evangelize you. Methi leaves are quite easily available here in the United States at Indian and Asian grocery stores, and they are incredibly, incredibly good for you.

    Methi Tomato Rice, an easy and tasty pilaf, served in a white plate with fork.

    Don't let their slight bitterness put you off: it's rather pleasant, really, and it is the reason why methi is so prized in Indian kitchens. This leafy veggie is a powerful warrior against heart disease and diabetes, with cholesterol and hypertension reducing properties. It's great for digestion, too.

    This recipe is rather straightforward and comes together in minutes. There's no blending required-- the flavors come out of jars, and all you need, by way of exotic Indian spices, is some turmeric and some sambar powder, although curry powder, if you happen to have that on hand, is just as good.

    Make some today. You'll be thrilled.

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    Methi Tomato Rice in a white plate with fork.
    Methi Tomato Rice, an easy and tasty pilaf

    Methi Tomato Rice

    A simple and easy Indian style Methi Tomato Rice made with fresh methi or fenugreek greens and spices. A vegan, gluten-free, soy-free and nut-free recipe.
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    Course: Main
    Cuisine: Indian
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Keyword: Methi Tomato Rice
    Prep Time: 20 mins
    Cook Time: 20 mins
    Total Time: 40 mins
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 210kcal
    Author: Vaishali ยท Holy Cow! Vegan Recipes

    Ingredients 

    • 1 medium onion (diced)
    • 3 tomatoes (pureed in a blender)
    • 1 bunch methi leaves (fenugreek leaves, about 2 cups, tough stems removed, then chopped. Methi often has a lot of grit on it, so be sure to wash it thoroughly in several changes of water.)
    • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
    • 1 heaping tbsp curry powder (or sambar powder)
    • 1 ยฝ cups basmati rice
    • ยฝ to 1 teaspoon cayenne
    • ยฝ teaspoon turmeric
    • ยผ cup cilantro chopped
    • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
    • Salt to taste
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    Instructions

    • Heat the oil in a saucepan. Add the cumin seeds, stir-fry for a minute, then add the onions.
    • Saute the onions until translucent. Add the tomato puree and the fenugreek or methi leaves. Add the curry powder, cayenne, and turmeric. Stir well and let the mixture cook about 5 minutes over medium-high heat.
    • Add the rice with salt to taste. Stir to coat the rice with the spices and veggies.
    • Add 2 ยฝ cups of water. Bring to a boil, then put on a tight-fitting lid, lower the heat to the lowest level, and let the rice cook 15 minutes.
    • Turn off and let the rice stand another 10 minutes. Open, fluff with a fork, garnish with cilantro and serve hot.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Potassium: 245mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 633IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Hi! I am so happy you're here. I'm Vaishali, and I've been sharing recipes for delicious vegan food at Holy Cow Vegan since 2007. Every one of the more than 1,000 recipes on this blog has been tried and tested -- and loved -- by my family and I. I hope you will find something here to share with your loved ones. Thanks for stopping by!
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    Comments

    1. Spark my nature

      September 23, 2017 at 1:29 pm

      Hi Vaishali, this recipe is wonderful. I didn't have sambhar masala/ curry powder so I made do by sauteeing whole cardomom, cinnamon and ,cloves along with some coriander cumin powder (a Gujarati spice mix). It turned out so good that my dad managed to finish the whole pot! Thank you for this great recipe.

      Reply
    2. a

      December 20, 2015 at 3:36 pm

      why tomato should never be mixed with methi ?

      Reply
      • Vaishali

        December 20, 2015 at 8:42 pm

        I don't get the question. Can you clarify?

        Reply
    3. Grayson Ford

      September 29, 2015 at 8:15 pm

      Hello, can I use dry Kasoori Methi? Fresh is hard to find. Thanks for the recipes!

      Reply
      • Vaishali Honawar

        September 29, 2015 at 11:58 pm

        Yes, but use about a third of the fresh methi since flavor so are concentrated in the dry methi.

        Reply
    4. Purniti gulati

      June 12, 2015 at 5:29 am

      This is an amazing way for feed the healthy methi tomato rice to my family. Gonna add this to my 'must try' recipe list today. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
    5. ChiO

      May 26, 2015 at 2:34 pm

      Yum! looks amazing ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
    6. Donna Walters

      May 25, 2015 at 10:58 pm

      Hi Vaishali, thanks for the response. Maybe I'll try to create my own version of this rice and will match it my favorite steak from steakhouse in hong kong. I'll keep you posted and will share also some recipe

      Reply
    7. Donna Walters

      May 21, 2015 at 10:10 pm

      Methi tomato rice? Itโ€™s really new in my food array. I always want plain rice. Sometimes I add some condiments but most of the time I take it plainly. However preference can be change and Iโ€™m willing to take the risk. Maybe if I have spare time Iโ€™ll try this methi tomato rice. Do you think it taste good if I match it with steak especially blue butcherโ€™s dish?

      Reply
      • Vaishali Honawar

        May 21, 2015 at 10:53 pm

        Hi Donna, I couldn't say about steak, but it'll certainly go great with some poppadum and Indian mango pickle. ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    8. Simi

      May 15, 2015 at 2:35 pm

      Looks great! Thanks for the recipe Vaishali. What do you usually service this with (other than raita/pickles)?

      Simi

      Reply
      • Vaishali Honawar

        May 15, 2015 at 4:06 pm

        Hi Simi, this is really great with a creamy curry, like this coconut tomato curry.

        Reply
    9. Susan Kellen

      May 15, 2015 at 9:50 am

      Methi leaves are heaven!

      Reply
      • Vaishali Honawar

        May 15, 2015 at 4:05 pm

        Agreed! ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply

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