Bombay Rice and Peas

Bombay Rice and Peas, also known as ‘Matar Pulao’, is a popular rice dish from the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is often served with raita or a side salad.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.

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Bombay Rice and Peas

Cooking Method: Boiling, Frying Cuisine: Indian Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Basmati rice
• 1 cup Peas
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 medium Tomato
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 1 teaspoon Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 4 cup Water
• 2 tablespoon Fresh coriander leaves
• 4 piece Lemon wedges

Instructions

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan. Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown.
3. Add ginger and garlic paste and cook for a minute.
4. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft.
5. Add turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
6. Add peas and cook for 2 minutes.
7. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pan. Mix well.
8. Add water and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
9. Sprinkle garam masala and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
10. Serve hot with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 2g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.