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Side Dish · Greece Recipe

Sapakorizo (Spinach Rice)

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Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 medium, coarsely chopped onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups, long grain Rice
  • 2 1/2 to 3 cups, or chicken stock water
  • 2 1/2 fresh, wilted and chopped spinach
  • Salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped, fresh (optional) dill
  • 1 cup yogurt

Directions

  1. 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.
  2. In the meantime, heat the water or 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.