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A fragrant and mildly sweet rice dish from the Kashmir Valley. Long-grain basmati rice is cooked with whole spices, saffron, and milk, then lavishly garnished with fried nuts, dried fruits, and fresh pomegranate for a truly royal and festive meal.
For 4 servings
Prepare Rice and Saffron
Fry Nuts and Raisins
Temper Whole Spices
A fragrant and mildly sweet rice dish from the Kashmir Valley. Long-grain basmati rice is cooked with whole spices, saffron, and milk, then lavishly garnished with fried nuts, dried fruits, and fresh pomegranate for a truly royal and festive meal.
This kashmiri recipe takes 45 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 685.38 calories per serving with 13.94g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Sauté Rice and Add Liquids
Cook the Pulao (Dum Method)
Garnish and Serve
Add 1 cup of fried paneer cubes or boiled chickpeas along with the nuts and raisins for a more substantial and protein-packed meal.
Incorporate other dried fruits like chopped apricots or fresh fruits like diced apple or pineapple for a different flavor profile. Add fresh fruits just before serving.
Omit the sugar and raisins. You can add thinly sliced and fried onions (birista) for a savory flavor and garnish. A pinch of garam masala can also be added at the end.
Basmati rice provides sustained energy release, keeping you full and active. Its lower glycemic index compared to other white rice makes it a better choice for energy management.
The use of almonds, cashews, and ghee provides monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, which are essential for brain health and maintaining healthy cholesterol levels.
Spices like cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and saffron are not just for flavor; they are packed with antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory properties that can boost overall health.
It's a rich, festive dish. It contains healthy fats from nuts and ghee, and carbohydrates for energy. However, it's moderately high in calories and sugar. It's best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
One serving (about 1.5 cups or 365g) contains approximately 550-650 calories, depending on the exact amount of ghee, nuts, and sugar used.
Yes. Replace ghee with a neutral vegetable oil or coconut oil. For the milk, use a plant-based milk like almond or cashew milk, or simply replace it with water.
It's a complete dish on its own, but pairs wonderfully with a simple raita (yogurt dip), a side of Kashmiri Dum Aloo, or a light shorba (soup).
The key is to use high-quality aged basmati rice, rinse it thoroughly until the water is clear, and soak it for at least 30 minutes. Also, be very gentle when sautéing and fluffing the rice to avoid breaking the grains.
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