Spanakorizo is a classic Greek dish that combines the flavors of fresh spinach, rice, and herbs. It is a versatile dish that can be served as a main course, a side dish, or even a vegetarian option. With a few simple ingredients and a bit of time, you can create a delicious and flavorful spanakorizo that will be enjoyed by the whole family. In this article, we will provide you with a step-by-step guide to making the perfect spanakorizo, along with some tips and tricks for achieving the best results.
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SPINACH AND RICE (SPANAKORIZO)
This is a Greek side dish that our family loves. Add a little Feta cheese and fresh lemon after it's cooked and you have heaven.
Provided by Kathy Bezemes Walstrom
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onions in the oil until soft and translucent. Add spinach, and cook stirring for a few minutes, then pour in the tomato sauce and water. Bring to a boil, and season with parsley, dill, salt and pepper. Stir in rice, reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, or until rice is tender. Add more water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.7 g, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 552.7 mg, Sugar 6.6 g
SPANAKORIZO (A GREEK SPINACH RISOTTO)
One of our favourite vegetarian (ladera) meals. Most often, it is made 'white' - without the use of tomato paste added to the cooking liquid. I like it both way, though, and alternate.
Provided by evelynathens
Categories Spinach
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a deep pan heat oil and gently fry onion and leek (if used) until soft.
- Wash (or soak if necessary depending on what kind of rice you use) rice, drain and add to onion.
- Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add remaining ingredients, except spinach, and bring to the boil. Cook for 10 more minutes (longer, if using brown rice).
- Add the spinach, stir well and cover. Reduce heat and simmer on low heat for 5-6 minutes.
- Remove from heat.
- Leave tightly covered and allow to stand at least 1/2 an hour before serving.
- Serve with feta cheese, kalamata olives, crusty, peasant-style bread, a glass of wine and you'll think you're in Greece!
SPANAKORIZO
A fabulous Greek rice dish with dill, spinach, and lemon. Accompanies lamb deliciously as well as a side of a cool refreshing cucumber sauce...Enjoy.
Provided by Julie Barracato
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes Pilaf
Time 43m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Saute onion until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the cooked rice and spinach; cook and stir until spinach wilts, 3 to 5 minutes. Add lemon juice, zest, feta cheese, and dill. Remove from heat. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.4 calories, Carbohydrate 42.2 g, Cholesterol 8.3 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 218.3 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
SPINACH RICE -- SPANAKORIZO
Make and share this Spinach Rice -- Spanakorizo recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Darkhunter
Categories Spinach
Time 40m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a deep, heavy skillet, heat the oil over medium heat and saute the onions until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the chili pepper and the rice. Stir for a few seconds to coat with oil.
- In the meantime, heat the stock with the spinach in a separate saucepan. When starts to boil, pour it over the rice and reduce the heat.
- Season with salt, mix well with a wooden spoon, and cover. Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked but still moist.
- Serve immediately, sprinkled with chopped dill and with a dollop of yogurt on each plate.
SPANAKORIZO
Make and share this Spanakorizo recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Coasty
Categories Short Grain Rice
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Chop spinach roughly.
- Heat oil and saute onion for 10 minutes Add rice and spinach and tomato paste. Saute 5 minutes.
- Add water and stock cube and seasoning, mix well.
- Bring to boil and turn down heat and cook for 20mins or until rice is soft.
- Serve.
GREEK SPINACH & RICE "SPANAKORIZO"
Spinach shines bright in this full-flavored dish. Spinach is sauteed with a mixture of onions and leeks. It's then simmered with white wine and rice. Rice helps to make the dish heartier and a great vegetarian main meal. It would make a delicious side dish too, though, alongside steak. There's a hefty amount of dill which brings...
Provided by Maria *
Categories Other Main Dishes
Time 1h45m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Heat olive oil in a wide shallow pot, over medium-high heat.
- 2. Saute the onions, spring onions, and leeks until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- 3. Add spinach and stir for a few minutes until wilted.
- 4. Add the white wine if using.
- 5. Sprinkle in the rice.
- 6. Add the warm water and season.
- 7. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 20 - 25 minutes until rice is tender. During cooking stir the "spanakorizo" once or twice and check liquid is absorbed. If so add one more cup of hot water, if necessary.
- 8. Add dill before the end of cooking and stir gently to wilt. Add lemon juice to suit your liking.
- 9. Remove from heat and drizzle remaining olive oil. Serve with lemon slices and crumbled Feta cheese (omit if fasting or vegan). Kali Orexi = Good Appetite
Tips:
- Use fresh spinach: Fresh spinach has a more vibrant flavor and color than frozen spinach. If you're using frozen spinach, be sure to thaw it and squeeze out any excess water before using.
- Cook the rice in broth: Using broth instead of water adds more flavor to the rice. You can use vegetable broth, chicken broth, or beef broth, depending on your preference.
- Don't overcook the rice: Spanakorizo is best when the rice is slightly al dente. Overcooked rice will become mushy and lose its flavor.
- Add the spinach at the end of cooking: This will help to preserve the spinach's delicate flavor and color.
- Season to taste: Spanakorizo should be flavorful, but not too salty. Season it with salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste.
Conclusion:
Spanakorizo is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make this classic Greek dish at home.
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