Resources
Minus/plus icon
ResourcesExplore the full ACKO experience and make the most of your plan

Plantain Rice

Team AckoFeb 8, 2024

Looking for a healthy recipe? Plantain rice is highly nutritious and can help to gain more weight. Plantains are a rich source of carbohydrates, proteins, dietary fibre, Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, potassium, magnesium and iron. 

Contents

icon
    seo_non_core_app_qr

    Ingredients: 1 ½ tbsp. brown rice, 1 tbsp. white rice, 1 cup water, ¼ cup of plantain cubes, ½ tsp each of cumin and mustard seeds, a few curry leaves, a pinch of hing, salt, a pinch of turmeric powder, 2-3 pinches of rasam powder, 1 tsp of chana dal. 

    Steps

     1. Soak the brown and white rice along with the dal for 2 hours. Later, drain the rice, shift into a pressure cooker and add the chopped plantain. 

     2. Cook till you get 2 whistles. Remove the lid and mash the contents well. 

     3. In a pan, heat oil and add the mustard, cumin seeds and curry leaves. When the seeds have spluttered, add spice powders and mix well. 

     4. Pour in the contents of the pressure cooker, sprinkle salt and cook for 2-3 minutes. 

    You can easily prepare plantain rice at home using this recipe. So go ahead and try it out today!

    Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only, based on industry experience and secondary sources. It is not a substitute for professional advice. Please consult a qualified expert for health or insurance-related decisions. Content is subject to change, refer to current policy wordings for specific ACKO details.

     

    icon

    Want to post any comments?

    icon

    Create ABHA Health card for your baby's safety in less than a minute⚡

    Create ABHA Health card for your baby's safety in less than a minute⚡

    Safeguard your baby's health with an ABHA card in seconds⚡

    Logo
    +91
    quote icon

    Get ABHA

    quote icon