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Peas Pulao Recipe North Indian Matar Pulao by Archana's Kitchen
Peas Pulao Recipe North Indian Matar Pulao by Archana's Kitchen from www.archanaskitchen.com

Description

Peas pulao is a delicious and aromatic rice dish that is popular in Indian cuisine. It is a simple and easy-to-make recipe that can be prepared in a rice cooker. This recipe is a perfect combination of flavorful basmati rice and sweet peas that are cooked with a blend of spices. This dish is not only tasty but also healthy and nutritious.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is around 10 minutes. It includes washing the rice, chopping the onions, and measuring the ingredients.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is around 20-25 minutes. It includes cooking the rice and peas in a rice cooker.

Ingredients

The ingredients required for this recipe are:
  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 1 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch ginger, grated
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 green cardamom pods
  • 2 cloves
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 2 cups water
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp oil or ghee

Equipment

The equipment required for this recipe is:
  • Rice cooker
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Grater
  • Bowl

Method

Follow the below steps to make peas pulao in a rice cooker:
  1. Wash the basmati rice and soak it in water for 30 minutes. Drain the water and keep the rice aside.
  2. Heat the oil or ghee in a rice cooker and add the bay leaf, green cardamom pods, cloves, cinnamon stick, and cumin seeds. Saute for a few seconds.
  3. Add the chopped onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Saute until the onions turn translucent.
  4. Add the peas and saute for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add the soaked rice and saute for 1-2 minutes or until the rice turns opaque.
  6. Add salt to taste and 2 cups of water. Stir well.
  7. Close the lid of the rice cooker and cook for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
  8. Once the rice is cooked, let it sit for 5 minutes before opening the lid.
  9. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.

Notes

  • You can use any vegetables of your choice like carrots, beans, bell peppers, etc. to make this recipe more nutritious.
  • You can also add some fried cashews or raisins to enhance the flavor of the dish.
  • Make sure to soak the rice for at least 30 minutes before cooking it. This helps in making the rice fluffy and separate.

Nutrition Info

The nutrition value per serving of this recipe is:
  • Calories: 250
  • Protein: 5g
  • Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 43g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 200mg

Recipe Tips

  • You can add some mint leaves or coriander leaves to the rice for extra flavor.
  • If you are using frozen peas, make sure to thaw them before adding them to the rice.
  • If you want a spicier version of this recipe, you can add some green chilies or red chili powder.
  • Do not open the lid of the rice cooker in between the cooking process as it can affect the texture of the rice.

Enjoy the delicious and flavorful peas pulao with some raita or curry of your choice.


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