Maharashtrian Spinach Rassa
Maharashtrian Spinach Rassa balances silky spinach with nutty chana dal, warm cumin, and a gentle heat from green chile. Garlic and turmeric deepen the flavor, while boiled peanuts add a pleasant crunch. Serve it as a comforting side with steamed rice or soft chapatis for weeknight dinners or relaxed weekend meals.
- Prep15 hrs
- Cook1 hr
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Maharashtrian Spinach Rassa, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityFair
- 41 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 94 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 61
- Heart Health
- 84
- Metabolic
- 56
- Digestive
- 41
- Inflammatory
- 50
- Performance
- 61
- General Wellness
- 1
Put chana dal and water in a pressure cooker. Secure the cooker and place the pressure regulator on the vent as the manufacturer directs. Heat until a steady stream of steam escapes and it whistles, about 5 minutes. Lower the heat so the regulator rocks gently. Cook for 15 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally per the manufacturer's directions, 5 to 10 minutes. Unlock the lid and remove it.
- 2
Fill a large bowl with ice and cold water. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the spinach to the boiling water and cook just until wilted, a few seconds. Drain the spinach in a colander, then immediately submerge it in the ice water for several minutes to stop the cooking. Drain well. Transfer to a food processor and puree.
- 3
Warm the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, cumin seeds, green chile paste, and turmeric. Stir to combine and toast until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the chana dal, spinach puree, and boiled peanuts. Stir to combine and season with salt. Simmer until fully reheated, about 2 minutes.
- Calories 150.15 kcal Moderate 8%
- Protein 7.09 g Moderate 14%
- Carbohydrate 22.62 g 8%
- Total Fat 3.9 g Moderate 5%
- Saturated Fat 0.52 g Low Source 3%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.17 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 431.92 mg Moderate 19%
- Dietary Fiber 7.52 g Good Source 27%
- Total Sugars 10.56 g --
- Added Sugars 0.4 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 226.02 mg Moderate 17%
- Iron 5.61 mg Good Source 31%
- Potassium 874.35 mg Moderate 19%
- Vitamin A 1116.18 mcg Good Source 124%
- Vitamin C 29.8 mg Good Source 33%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Peanuts 🥜
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Maharashtrian Spinach Rassa is made with 10 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 16 hrs and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Boiled Peanuts, Chana Dal, Chili Paste, and Ground Turmeric. Each serving provides about 150.15 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Maharashtrian Spinach Rassa made of?
- The main ingredients are Boiled Peanuts, Chana Dal, Chili Paste, Ground Turmeric, Minced Garlic. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Maharashtrian Spinach Rassa?
- About 16 hrs in total: 15 hrs to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 150.15 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Maharashtrian Spinach Rassa easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Maharashtrian Spinach Rassa healthy?
- Maharashtrian Spinach Rassa has an easyChef Pro health score of 59/100. Per serving, it provides 150.15 calories and 7.09 g of protein, or 14% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 431.92 mg (19% of the Daily Value). It contains Peanuts, Gluten and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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