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    The BEST Veg Pulao

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    The BEST Veg Pulao - If I could choose to eat a particular type of Rice everyday, this would be it. Aromatic, Light, Fluffy, Healthy and Delicious Pulao with vegetables pairs well with so many of our favourite home cooked meals. Made with basic ingredients, this rice is easily adaptable and loved by all.

    Veg Pulao in an oval dish

    The BEST Veg Pulao

    Veg Pulao is a delicious one pot rice dish made by sauteing vegetables in ghee/oil and cooking along with long grain Basmati rice and fragrant spices.

    There are many different Pulao recipes. Try this incredible meat version -  Chicken Pulao.

    This rice can be served alongside many dishes - Any curries, including Meat or Veg.

    This is a quick and easy recipe and it can be served as an everyday meal or for a dinner party.

    How to make it

    Add Oil and Ghee to a pot.

    Oil added to pot

    Add Whole Spices and saute till fragrant. 40 - 60 seconds.

    Whole spices added to pot

    Add chopped Onions, Green Chilli and Garlic. Cook for 10 - 15 minutes till golden brown.

    Onions added to pot

    Caramalised onions in pot

    Stir in chopped Vegetables. Cook for 2 - 3 minutes.

    Add Salt, Coriander and Turmeric.

    Veg added to pot

    Add Rice.

    Pour in Water or Stock.

    Water added to pot

    Veg Pulao cooking in pot

    Bring to a boil.

    Once most of the water is used up, cover and cook on low heat for 10 - 12 minutes or until all the water is absorbed and the grains of rice are fluffy.

    Veg Pulao in an oval dish

    Serving Suggestions

    This Rice works well with so many dishes.

    You can have it as it is with Papadums and a simple Raita.

    In general though, we serve it with a Curry of some sort.

    Such as:

    Kidney Beans Curry – Rajma Masala

    Aubergine Curry

    Egg Curry

    Chicken Curry

    Palak Dal

    Top tips and Notes

    Whole Garam Masala

    Cooking whole spices in oil makes the most of their flavour and aroma.

    Stock

    If using stock, check if it already has Salt in it and adjust accordingly.

    Caramelising onions

    To get the most fragrant and deep flavour out of them caramlise them slowly.

    Rice

    I use long grain, aged Basmati rice in this recipe. I like Tilda or Mustafa rice because it is less likely to clump together and you get a fluffy Pulao.

    Double

    You can double or triple the recipe.

    Wash the Rice

    Wash the rice in 3 changes of Water until the water runs clear.

    Soak the Rice

    Soak rice for at least 20 - 30 mins beforehand.

    Variations

    This recipe is easily adaptable.

    Spices

    Adjust according to your taste. Here it is without Turmeric.

    White Rice Veg Pulao in a dish

    Veg

    You can add any Veg you like as long as it isn't too watery or time consuming to cook. Such as Peppers, Potato, Cauliflower, Mushrooms, Broccoli, Asparagus.

    Chicken

    You can also add Chicken as I often do - To do this add diced Chicken Breast after the Onions and cook till done before continuing.

    Storing Leftovers

    Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

    You can also freeze it in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Just let it cool completely first.

    Reheat in the Microwave in a microwave safe bowl or on the Stove top (over low heat) with just a splash of Water.

    More Rice Recipes:

    Easy Curd Rice

    Jewelled Rice or Pilaf

    Chicken and Rice One Pot

    Pakistani Chicken Biryani Recipe

    Chicken Akni, One Pot Chicken and Rice

    Dal Chawal

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    Veg Pulao in an oval dish
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    The BEST Veg Pulao

    The BEST Veg Pulao - If I could choose to eat a particular type of Rice everyday, this would be it. Aromatic,Light, Fluffy, Healthy and Delicious Pulao with vegetables pairs well with so many of our favourite home cooked meals. Made with basic ingredients, this rice is easily adaptable and loved by all.

    Course Dinner, Lunch, Sides
    Cuisine Indian
    Keyword Indian Veg Rice, Veg Pilaf, Veg Pulao, Veg Rice, Vegetarian Pulao
    Prep Time 15 minutes
    Cook Time 15 minutes
    Total Time 30 minutes
    Servings 6
    Calories 325 kcal
    Author Safira

    Ingredients

    • 4 tbsp Oil
    • 2 tbsp Ghee

    Whole Spice

    • 2 Cinnamon Sticks
    • 3 Bay Leaves
    • 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
    • 7 Cloves
    • ½ tsp Black Seeds
    • 7 Peppercorns
    • 3 Black Cadamom
    • 2 Green Cardamom

    Other Ingredients

    • 2 Onions Diced
    • 7 clvoes Garlic Crushed
    • 1 Green Chilli Chopped finely
    • 2 cups Mixed Vegetables
    • ½ tsp Tumeric Powder
    • ½ tsp Coriander Powder
    • 1 ½ tsp Salt
    • 1 ½ cup Rice Soaked for 15 minutes, washed 3 times until water runs clear
    • 3 cups Stock or Water Boiled

    Instructions

    1. Add Oil and Ghee to a pot.

    2. Add Whole Spices and saute till fragrant. 40 - 60 seconds.

    3. Add chopped Onions, Green Chilli and Garlic. Cook for 10 - 15 minutes till golden brown.Stir in chopped Vegetables. Cook for 2 - 3 minutes.

    4. Add Salt, Coriander and Turmeric.

    5. Add Rice.Pour in Water or Stock. Bring to a boil.

    6. Once most of the water is used up, cover and cook on low heat for 10 - 12 minutes or until all the water is absorbed and the grains of rice are fluffy.

    Recipe Notes

    Serving Suggestions

    This Rice works well with so many dishes.

    You can have it as it is with Papadums and a simple Raita.

    In general though, we serve it with a Curry of some sort.

    Such as:

    Kidney Beans Curry – Rajma Masala

    Aubergine Curry

    Egg Curry

    Chicken Curry

    Palak Dal

    Top tips and Notes

    Whole Garam Masala

    Cooking whole spices in oil makes the most of their flavour and aroma.

    Stock

    If using stock, check if it already has Salt in it and adjust accordingly.

    Caramelising onions

    To get the most fragrant and deep flavour out of them caramlise them slowly.

    Rice

    I use long grain, aged Basmati rice in this recipe. I like Tilda or Mustafa rice because it is less likely to clump together and you get a fluffy Pulao.

    Double

    You can double or triple the recipe.

    Wash the Rice

    Wash the rice in 3 changes of Water until the water runs clear.

    Soak the Rice

    Soak rice for at least 20 - 30 mins beforehand.

    Variations

    This recipe is easily adaptable.

    Spices

    Adjust according to your taste.

    Veg

    You can add any Veg you like as long as it isn't too watery or time consuming to cook. Such as Peppers, Potato, Cauliflower, Mushrooms, Broccoli, Asparagus.

    Chicken

    You can also add Chicken as I often do - To do this add diced Chicken Breast after the Onions and cook till done before continuing.

    Storing Leftovers

    Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

    You can also freeze it in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Just let it cool completely first.

    Reheat in the Microwave in a microwave safe bowl or on the Stove top (over low heat) with just a splash of Water.

    Nutrition Facts
    The BEST Veg Pulao
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 325 Calories from Fat 135
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 15g23%
    Saturated Fat 4g25%
    Trans Fat 0.04g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
    Monounsaturated Fat 8g
    Cholesterol 13mg4%
    Sodium 621mg27%
    Potassium 164mg5%
    Carbohydrates 44g15%
    Fiber 3g13%
    Sugar 2g2%
    Protein 4g8%
    Vitamin A 164IU3%
    Vitamin C 7mg8%
    Calcium 52mg5%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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