Pakistani Style Chanay Ka Pulao (Chickpeas/Garbanzo Beans Pilaf)

Pakistani Style Chanay Ka Pulao (Chickpeas/Garbanzo Beans Pilaf) recipe pinit

Chanay Ka Pulao is a popular dish in Pakistan, often enjoyed with raita (yogurt sauce) or salad.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins
Servings: 4 Calories: 1400
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Wash and soak basmati rice for 30 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
  3. Add chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
  4. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
  5. Add chopped tomato and cook until it turns mushy.
  6. Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
  7. Add soaked basmati rice and mix gently.
  8. Add water and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and cook for 10 minutes.
  9. Add boiled chickpeas and garam masala powder. Mix gently.
  10. Cover and cook for another 10 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the flavors are well blended.
  11. Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  12. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
  13. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 350kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g13%
Total Carbohydrate 60g20%
Sugars 3g
Protein 12g24%

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

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