Peas Pulao (Matar Pulao)
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Peas Pulao (Matar Pulao)
Description
Peas Pulao combines extra-long grain basmati rice soaked and cooked with a blend of whole spices including bay leaf, cumin seeds, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves. The rice is sautéed with sliced onions and optional green chilies to build aroma before the addition of green peas and spices such as garam masala and salt. Cooking with precise water ratios yields fluffy rice grains separate from one another.
The dish results in a mildly spiced and fragrant pulao where the tender peas add pops of color and sweetness. The method allows for both stovetop and Instant Pot preparation, making it adaptable. The rice is rested after cooking to allow steam to complete the texture.
Peas Pulao pairs naturally with cooling raita or plain yogurt, providing balance to the warm spices. The dish is suitable as a side or a light vegetarian main course.
Note on storing: this pulao keeps well refrigerated in airtight containers for up to three days, retaining flavor and texture.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups basmati rice extra long grain
- 2 tablespoon ghee or oil
- 1 cup yellow onion thinly sliced
- 1 green chili pepper finely chopped, I use Serrano or Thai chili, optional
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- 1.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup green peas I used frozen
- 2 3/4 cups water or for instant pot method use 1 3/4 cup
- cilantro chopped, for garnish (optional, leaves
Whole Spices
- 1 bay leaf dried, aka Tej Patta
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds aka Jeera
- 1 black cardamom optional, Moti Elaichi
- 3 green cardamom aka Elaichi
- 1 inch cinnamon stick
- 3 cloves aka Laung
Instructions
- Place the rice in a small bowl and gently wash the rice until the water runs mostly clear. Soak in water for 20 minutes.
Stovetop Method
- Heat oil and ghee in a nonstick pan or dutch oven over medium heat. Add whole spices,and saute for 30 seconds.
- Add the onions and green chili and sauté until they are golden brown, about 8 minutes while stirring frequently.
- Add frozen peas, garam masala, salt, and stir. Pour in the water. Raise heat to high. Let it come to a boil.
- Add the rice. Stir it. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and allow to cook for 12-15 minutes or until all the water is soaked. Turn off the heat and allow to rest for another 5 minutes. Do not stir at this time.
- Use a rice paddle or fork to fluff the pulao. Garnish with cilantro, if desired. Serve with raita or plain yogurt.
Instant Pot Method
- Start the Instant Pot in sauté mode. Add the oil and/or ghee. Once it is hot, the whole spices and saute for about 30 seconds until their aroma is released.
- Add the onions to the Instant Pot and sauté them until they are golden brown.
- Add salt, garam masala, and frozen peas to the Instant Pot. Stir the 1 3/4 cups of water in the Instant Pot. Then, add the rice and mix it with the other ingredients in the Instant Pot.
- Turn off the sauté mode and close the Instant Pot's lid. Set the Instant Pot for 4 minutes on high pressure. When the Instant Pot beeps, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then manually release it.
- Open the lid of the Instant Pot and fluff the Pulao with a rice paddle or fork. Transfer the Pulao to a serving tray. Note: it is best to remove the steel insert from the instant pot so the lower layer of rice does not overcook.
- Garnish with cilantro and enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust rice-to-water ratio depending on your rice variety to achieve desired fluffiness.
- Store leftover peas pulao in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 252 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 252kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 45g | 15% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 618mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 174mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 191IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 39mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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