Veg Pulao Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Basmati rice (soaked for 30 minutes)
• 2 tbsp oil or ghee
• 1 bay leaf
• 1-inch cinnamon stick
• 2 cloves
• 2 cardamoms
• 1 onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, beans, potatoes)
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 2 cups water
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat oil or ghee in a pan. Add bay leaf, cinnamon, cloves, and cardamoms. Sauté for a few seconds.
2. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Then, add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
3. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
4. Mix in the chopped vegetables and cook for 2-3 minutes.
5. Add turmeric powder, garam masala, and salt. Stir well.
6. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pan. Mix gently.
7. Pour in 2 cups of water and bring it to a boil.
8. Cover the pan and cook on a low flame for 10-12 minutes until the rice is fully cooked.
9. Once done, fluff the pulao with a fork and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
10. Serve hot with raita or yogurt.

Enjoy your flavorful and aromatic Veg Pulao!