Aarsi’s Ultimate Pea Pulao
Pea pulao is a popular dish in Indian cuisine and is often served with raita or yogurt for a complete meal.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cup Basmati Rice
- 1 cup Green Peas
- 1 medium Onion
- 1 teaspoon Ginger
- 1 teaspoon Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
- 1 inch Cinnamon Stick
- 4 piece Cloves
- 4 piece Cardamom Pods
- 1 piece Bay Leaf
- 2 tablespoon Ghee
- 3 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoon Coriander Leaves
Instructions
- Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.
- Heat ghee in a large pan and add cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, cloves, cardamom pods, and bay leaf. Sauté for a minute.
- Add chopped onions, ginger, and garlic. Sauté until onions turn golden brown.
- Add green peas and sauté for 2 minutes.
- Add the soaked and drained rice to the pan. Stir well to coat the rice with the spices.
- Add water and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with coriander leaves.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8g13%
- Total Carbohydrate 38g13%
- Sugars 3g
- Protein 6g12%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.