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Craving something delicious yet simple? Try this Matar Aloo Pulao! A flavorful combination of basmati rice, green peas, and potatoes, infused with aromatic spices – this dish is perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a quick meal prep idea. 🍚✨

Ingredients

For the Rice:
Basmati rice: 1 cup (soaked for 30 minutes and drained)
Water: 2 cups
Salt: 1 tsp
For the Masala:
Oil or ghee: 2 tbsp
Cumin seeds (jeera): 1 tsp
Bay leaf: 1
Cinnamon stick: 1-inch piece
Cloves: 3-4
Green cardamom: 2
Black peppercorns: 6-8
Onion: 1 medium, thinly sliced
Green chilies: 2, slit
Ginger-garlic paste: 1 tsp
Tomato: 1 small, finely chopped
Vegetables:
Potato: 1 medium, peeled and cubed
Green peas (matar): ½ cup (fresh or frozen)
Spices:
Turmeric powder: ½ tsp
Red chili powder: ½ tsp
Coriander powder: 1 tsp
Garam masala: ½ tsp
Garnish:
Fresh coriander leaves: 2 tbsp, chopped
Fried onions (optional): for topping

Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Rice
Boil 2 cups of water in a pot and add the soaked, drained rice with 1 tsp of salt.
Cook the rice on medium heat until almost done (70-80% cooked). Drain and set aside.
Step 2: Prepare the Masala
Heat oil or ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan or pressure cooker.
Add cumin seeds, bay leaf, cinnamon, cloves, green cardamom, and black peppercorns. Sauté for a few seconds until aromatic.
Add the sliced onions and cook until golden brown.
Stir in the green chilies and ginger-garlic paste. Sauté until the raw aroma disappears.
Add the chopped tomato and cook until soft and mushy.
Step 3: Add Vegetables and Spices
Add the cubed potatoes and green peas. Mix well.
Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and garam masala. Stir to coat the vegetables with spices.
Add 2-3 tbsp of water and cover the pan. Cook on low heat until the potatoes are tender (about 8-10 minutes).
Step 4: Assemble the Pulao
Gently mix the cooked rice with the prepared masala.
Cover the pan with a lid and let the pulao steam on low heat for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
Step 5: Garnish and Serve
Garnish the pulao with chopped coriander leaves and fried onions, if desired.
Serve hot with raita, pickle, or plain yogurt.