Pulao
Veg
Vegan
A fragrant rice dish cooked with spices, vegetables, and sometimes meat, offering a milder flavor compared to biryani.
Cuisines
Indian
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 40 min
Total: 60 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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1 cup | Basmati rice |
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2 tablespoons | Ghee or oil |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , seeds |
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1 inch | Cinnamon stick |
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2 | Cardamom , green pods |
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3 | Clove |
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1 cup | Mixed Vegetable , like drumsticks, brinjal, and potatoes |
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1 | Onion , medium, thinly sliced |
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1 | Green Chili , slit |
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1 teaspoon | Ginger-garlic paste |
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1/4 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1/2 teaspoon | Garam masala |
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2 cups | Water |
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to taste | Salt |
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2 tablespoons | Cilantro , chopped |
Instructions
- 1 Wash and soak the rice for 20 minutes, then drain.
- 2 Heat ghee or oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 3 Add cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and cloves. Sauté until aromatic.
- 4 Add the sliced onions and green chili, sauté until onions are golden brown.
- 5 Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
- 6 Add the mixed vegetables and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- 7 Add turmeric powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well.
- 8 Add the soaked and drained rice, stirring gently to coat the rice with the spices.
- 9 Pour in the water and bring to a boil.
- 10 Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and water is absorbed.
- 11 Turn off the heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
- 12 Fluff the rice gently with a fork and garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
For extra flavour, use whole spices in the oil first.