Veg Pulao, also known as Vegetable Pulav, is a delightful Indian rice dish brimming with colorful vegetables and fragrant spices. Perfect for a weeknight meal or a potluck, Veg Pulao is a crowd-pleasing dish that's both flavorful and easy to make. This recipe uses basmati rice, a long-grain variety known for its fluffy texture and nutty aroma. The vegetables can be customized to your liking, but a common combination includes peas, carrots, potatoes, and green beans. Warming spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric add depth of flavor, while fresh herbs like cilantro and mint provide a refreshing finish.
In just about 45 minutes, you can have a steaming pot of Veg Pulao ready to enjoy. Serve it alongside raita, a cooling yogurt-based condiment, for a complete and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Directions
Heat ghee or oil in a pressure cooker or pot over medium heat. Add bay leaf and cumin seeds. Once the cumin seeds splutter, add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, garam masala powder, and salt. Stir to coat the spices.
Add the chopped vegetables and cook for 2-3 minutes, until slightly softened.
Add the rinsed and soaked basmati rice and stir gently to combine.
Pour in the water and bring to a boil.
If using a pressure cooker, close the lid and cook for 2 whistles on high pressure. Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then release any remaining pressure manually.
If using a pot, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the water is absorbed.
Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and stir in chopped cilantro and mint.
Serve hot with raita.
Veg Pulao Recipe
Serves: 5 People
Prepare Time: 10 min
Cooking Time: 30-35 min
Calories: 300
Difficulty:
Easy
Veg Pulao, also known as Vegetable Pulav, is a delightful Indian rice dish brimming with colorful vegetables and fragrant spices. Perfect for a weeknight meal or a potluck, Veg Pulao is a crowd-pleasing dish that's both flavorful and easy to make. This recipe uses basmati rice, a long-grain variety known for its fluffy texture and nutty aroma. The vegetables can be customized to your liking, but a common combination includes peas, carrots, potatoes, and green beans. Warming spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric add depth of flavor, while fresh herbs like cilantro and mint provide a refreshing finish.
In just about 45 minutes, you can have a steaming pot of Veg Pulao ready to enjoy. Serve it alongside raita, a cooling yogurt-based condiment, for a complete and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Directions
Heat ghee or oil in a pressure cooker or pot over medium heat. Add bay leaf and cumin seeds. Once the cumin seeds splutter, add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, garam masala powder, and salt. Stir to coat the spices.
Add the chopped vegetables and cook for 2-3 minutes, until slightly softened.
Add the rinsed and soaked basmati rice and stir gently to combine.
Pour in the water and bring to a boil.
If using a pressure cooker, close the lid and cook for 2 whistles on high pressure. Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then release any remaining pressure manually.
If using a pot, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the water is absorbed.
Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and stir in chopped cilantro and mint.
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