Secret Greek Spinach Rice Recipe: A Flavorful Delight!

1. Gather all ingredients.

   

2. Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add rice and stir until every grain is coated in oil and you hear it start to sizzle. Stir in 2 teaspoons large-grain kosher salt, pepper, cayenne, and green onions and cook for about 1 minute.

   

3. Add dill, mint, spinach, and 2 3/4 cups water. Mix until thoroughly combined and bring to a simmer.

   

4. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until rice is tender, about 25 minutes. If rice is not quite ready at 25 minutes, add a splash of water, cover, and continue to cook until it is ready.

   

5. Uncover and stir well. Cover again and let sit for 5 minutes. Taste and adjust salt if necessary.

   

6. Divide rice mixture evenly into six bowls. Squeeze ½ lemon over each serving, then top with feta cheese, pickled onions, chili flakes, and a drizzle of olive oil.

   

Cooking Tips:

Please use 2 teaspoons large-grain kosher salt and not 2 teaspoons fine salt (which will be too much). This dish does need to be well seasoned to work, so please taste before serving and adjust if necessary.

You can use 1 pound of fresh spinach, but it must be wilted and squeezed dry before chopping and using.

Long-grain rice will work but may cook a few minutes faster. Chicken broth can be used instead of water.