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A fragrant one-pot rice dish packed with mixed vegetables and aromatic spices. This simple yet flavorful meal is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special lunch, ready in under 30 minutes.
For 4 servings
Prepare the Rice: Rinse the basmati rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in ample water for 20-30 minutes. Drain it completely in a colander and set aside.
Temper the Spices: Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pot or pressure cooker over medium heat. Once hot, add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for 30 seconds. Add the bay leaf, cinnamon stick, cloves, and green cardamom pods. Sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Sauté Aromatics: Add the sliced onions and sauté for 5-6 minutes until they turn translucent and light golden at the edges. Add the slit green chilies and ginger-garlic paste, and cook for one minute until the raw aroma disappears.
Cook Vegetables and Masala: Add the chopped tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until they become soft. Stir in the turmeric powder, red chili powder, and garam masala. Cook for 30 seconds. Add the mixed vegetables and salt, and sauté for 2-3 minutes, ensuring they are well-coated with the spices.
Cook the Pulav: Add the drained rice to the pot and gently stir for 1 minute to toast the grains, being careful not to break them. Follow one of the methods below:
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A fragrant one-pot rice dish packed with mixed vegetables and aromatic spices. This simple yet flavorful meal is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special lunch, ready in under 30 minutes.
This indian recipe takes 35 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 410.21 calories per serving with 7.84g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Rest and Garnish: Once cooked, turn off the heat and let the pulav rest, covered, for 10 minutes. This step is crucial for fluffy, separate grains. Open the lid, gently fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with chopped coriander leaves and a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve hot with raita or yogurt.
Add 1 cup of cubed paneer along with the vegetables. Lightly fry the paneer in ghee beforehand for better texture.
Add 1.5 cups of sliced mushrooms along with the onions and sauté until they release their water and brown slightly.
Soak 1 cup of soya chunks in hot water for 15 minutes, squeeze out the water completely, and add them with the mixed vegetables.
For a creamy and subtly sweet flavor, replace half of the water with an equal amount of thin coconut milk.
The variety of vegetables provides dietary fiber, which aids digestion, promotes a feeling of fullness, and helps maintain stable blood sugar levels.
Basmati rice offers complex carbohydrates, providing a steady release of energy to fuel your body and brain throughout the day, unlike simple sugars.
Vegetables like carrots, peas, and beans are loaded with essential vitamins (A, C, K) and minerals that support immune function, vision, and overall health.
Spices like turmeric and ginger contain powerful anti-inflammatory compounds, such as curcumin and gingerol, that can help reduce inflammation in the body.
One serving of this Vegetable Pulav (approximately 1 cup or 350g) contains an estimated 380-420 calories, depending on the specific vegetables and amount of ghee used.
Yes, Vegetable Pulav is a wholesome and balanced meal. It provides complex carbohydrates from rice for energy, fiber and vitamins from a variety of vegetables, and healthy fats from ghee. It's a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet.
Absolutely! The recipe includes specific instructions for the pressure cooker method. The main difference is using less water (a 1:1.5 rice-to-water ratio) and a much shorter cooking time.
Pulav is a one-pot dish where rice and vegetables (or meat) are cooked together from the start. Biryani is a more complex dish made by layering partially cooked rice with a separately prepared, spiced gravy (masala) and then slow-cooking it on 'dum' (steam).
Yes, you can use brown rice for a higher fiber option. However, you will need to adjust the water ratio to about 1:2.5 (rice to water) and significantly increase the cooking time. Soaking brown rice for at least an hour is also highly recommended.
Mushy pulav is usually caused by three things: not soaking the rice, adding too much water, or stirring the rice after the water has been added. Ensure you follow the rice-to-water ratios and the resting step for the best results.