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Moringa/Drumstick Leaves Rice

Jan 26, 2023. by Bhavana Patil. No Comments | This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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Moringa Leaves or drumstick leaves pulao recipe is an Indian-style rice dish that is a quick, healthy, and tasty lunch and kids lunchbox recipe. This is a great way of including superfood moringa leaves into kids diet.

superfood moringa/drumstick leaves rice served in a bowl and drumstick leaves ,peas and cinnamon stick on side

Drumstick leaves or moringa greens (‘Nugeekayi soppu’ in Kannada) are a significant source of beta-carotene, Vitamin C, protein, iron, and Potassium. It’s widely used in the dal and curries.

Other drumstick/moringa leaves recipes I make are drumstick leaves paratha, panniyaram (paddu), uttapams, akki rotti (thalipet), moringa raita, and off-course moringa dal.

moringa/drumstick leaves with stems

I usually prepare this rice with basmati rice but any variety of rice can be used. You can also add roasted cashews or peanuts for the crunch.

Also check my Kids Lunch Box Series Posts

Moringa Rice + Yogurt + Blueberries

kids lunch box moringa rice ,yogurt and blueberries served in a steel bento box

How to Make Moringa Rice

Firstly, take all ingredients listed "for grinding" and make a smooth paste in a blender using 2 tablespoons of water.

step to prepare green masala paste collage

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil/ghee in a kadai. Add whole spices like bay leaf, cloves, cinnamon stick, and cumin seeds. Let them splutter for a few seconds.

Next, add finely chopped onions and saute till the onions are light brown.

step to saute whole spices like cumin,cinnamon,bay leaf,cloves and onions collage

Add ground coriander mint paste and saute for 1-2 minutes till the raw smell disappears.

Then add moringa leaves, green peas, turmeric, and salt. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the moringa leaves wilt.

step to saute moringa leaves ,green peas till they shrink collage

Lastly, add cooked basmati rice, mix it well and turn off the gas.

step to add rice and mix well collage

Serve Drumstick/Moringa leaves Rice hot with raita.

drumstick leaves pulao in a wide bowl

Tips & Variations

  1. You can also use sweet corn instead of peas.
  2. I have made this rice recipe pulao style, but you can also make it like fried rice with some carrots and beans.
  3. Substitute white rice with brown rice, quinoa, or millets for this moringa leaves pulao.

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moringa/drumstick leaves rice served in a bowl and drumstick leaves ,peas and cinnamon stick on side

Moringa Leaves Rice Recipe

Bhavana Patil
Moringa Leaves or drumstick leaves rice recipe is an Indian style rice dish which is quick ,healthy and tasty lunch and kids lunchbox
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Servings: 2
Calories : 525
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: South Indian
Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Method: Stovetop
Prep Time : 10 minutes
Cook Time : 10 minutes
Total Time : 20 minutes

Ingredients
  

Measuring cup used 1 cup = 250ml

  • 2 tablespoon oil or ghee
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 cloves
  • 1 inch cinnamon stick
  • 1 teaspoon cumin (jeera) seeds
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 1 cup tender moringa/drumstick leaves tightly packed
  • ½ cup green peas
  • 2 cups cooked basmati rice
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • salt adjust to taste

For Grinding:

  • ¼ cup coriander leaves
  • ¼ cup mint (pudina leaves)
  • 3 green chilies
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • ½ inch ginger
  • 2-3 tablespoons water

Instructions
 

  • Firstly, take all ingredients listed "for grinding" and make a smooth paste in a blender using 2 tablespoons of water.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of oil/ghee in a kadai. Add whole spices like bay leaf, cloves, cinnamon stick, and cumin seeds. Let them splutter for a few seconds.
  • Next, add finely chopped onions and saute till the onions are light brown in color.
  • Add ground coriander mint paste and saute for 1-2 minutes till the raw smell disappears.
  • Then add moringa leaves, green peas, turmeric, and salt. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the moringa leaves wilt.
  • Lastly, add cooked rice, mix it well and turn off the gas.
  • Serve Drumstick/Moringa leaves Rice hot with raita.

Notes

  1. You can also use sweet corn instead of peas.
  2. I have made this rice recipe pulao style, but you can also make it like fried rice with some carrots and beans.
  3. Substitute white rice with brown rice, quinoa, or millets for this moringa leaves pulao.
 
Note: Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Calories: 525kcalCarbohydrates: 78gProtein: 15gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gSodium: 237mgPotassium: 627mgFiber: 7gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 670IUVitamin C: 291mgCalcium: 596mgIron: 3mg
Keyword drumstick leaves pulao, moringa leaves rice
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