Spanakorizo
A classic Greek one-pot dish of tender spinach and rice finished with fresh dill, lemon, and extra-virgin olive oil.
Instructions
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Step 1
Rinse the rice in a fine-mesh sieve under cool running water until the water is mostly clear, then drain well.
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Step 2
Heat 3 tbsp (45 ml) olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and scallions and cook until softened without browning.
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Step 3
Add the garlic and stir until fragrant.
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Step 4
Add the spinach in batches, stirring after each addition until it wilts and makes room for more. Cook until all the spinach has collapsed.
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Step 5
Stir in the drained rice, water, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
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Step 6
Cover the pot, reduce to low heat, and simmer until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
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Step 7
Remove the pot from the heat and let it stand covered.
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Step 8
Fold in the dill, lemon juice, and remaining 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil. Serve warm or at room temperature.