Perfect for Lunch: Vegetable Pulav
Vegetable Pulav is a popular dish in India 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: 18.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cup Basmati Rice
- 1 cup Mixed Vegetables (carrots, peas, beans)
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 piece Green Chilies
- 1 inch Ginger
- 3 clove Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
- 1 inch Cinnamon Stick
- 4 piece Cloves
- 2 piece Cardamom Pods
- 1 piece Bay Leaf
- 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Garam Masala Powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 3 cup Water
- 2 tablespoon Coriander Leaves
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
Instructions
- Wash the basmati rice and soak it in water for 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, cloves, cardamom pods, and bay leaf. Fry for a minute.
- Add sliced onions, chopped green chilies, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Saute until onions turn golden brown.
- Add mixed vegetables and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pan. Mix well.
- Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala powder, and salt. Mix everything together.
- Add water and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
- Once the rice is cooked, remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped coriander leaves and lemon juice.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 60g20%
- Sugars 4g
- Protein 8g16%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.