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Green Peas (Matar) Pulao

INGREDIENTS:

  1. Basmati Rice 1 cup or 100 grams
  2. Green Peas 3/4 cup
  3. Onion 1 thinly sliced
  4. Green Chili 1-2 slit
  5. Ginger Paste 1 tsp
  6. Bay Leaf 1
  7. Green Cardamom 2-3
  8. Cloves 3-4
  9. Cumin Seeds 1 tsp
  10. Salt to taste
  11. Sugar 1/2 tsp
  12. Oil 2 tbsp
  13. Water 2 cups 
  14. Coriander Leaves 1 tbsp for garnish

METHOD:

Serving Size: 4-5

Wash and soak the rice for 30 minutes, then drain.

Sauté the green peas on medium heat for 1-2 minutes. Peas should look glossy, not shrivelled. Remove and keep aside. In this way, the peas will retain their vibrant green colour.

Heat oil in a pressure cooker. Add cumin seeds and the whole spices. Let them splutter and release aroma. 

Add sliced onions and saute until lightly golden. Add ginger paste and green chilis and saute for 30 seconds.

Add the rice and gently stir to coat the grains with oil. Add hot water, sugar, and salt. 

Pressure cook for 1 whistle. Switch off and allow the pressure to release naturally.

Open the cooker and gently mix in the sauteed peas. Cover and let it rest for 5 minutes.

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve paired with curd, pickle, lemon wedges, and roasted papad or any curry of your choice.





 

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