Rice and Wheat Berry Pilaf with Baby Spinach
Rice and Wheat Berry Pilaf with Baby Spinach is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Place wheat berries in heavy medium saucepan.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
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Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPlace wheat berries in heavy medium saucepan.
Add enough cold water to saucepan to cover wheat berries by 3 inches.
Let stand overnight.
Bring 4 cups water, wheat berries and 3/4 teaspoon salt to boil in same saucepan.
Reduce heat, cover and simmer until wheat berries are tender but still slightly firm to bite, about 1 hour.
Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat.
Add rice and garlic; stir 1 minute.
Stir in remaining 1 3/4 cups water and 3/4 teaspoon salt; bring to boil.
Reduce heat to low, cover and cook until liquid is almost absorbed and rice is tender, about 15 minutes.
Add spinach and cooked wheat berries; stir until spinach wilts and wheat berries are heated through, about 3 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper.
*Also called hard wheat berries.
Available at most natural foods stores.
**Available at Indian markets and many supermarkets.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.