Fragrant Paneer Harvest Pulao Recipe

About this recipe

A fragrant and mildly spiced Indian rice dish featuring soft paneer cubes, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices, perfect for an advanced cook's hearty dinner.

Ingredients

• 200 g Paneer
• 1 kg Basmati Rice
• 200 g Green Peas
• - Bay Leaf
• 150 Gms Cloves
• - Cardamom
• - Onion
• 250g Green Chilli
• 75 G Cinnamon Stick/ Dal Chini 75 Grams
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• - Red Chilli
• 100 g Coriander Powder
• 100g Garam Masala
• 10G Salt
• 500 g Ghee
• 250g Coriander

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon of ghee in a deep pan. Add bay leaf, cloves, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and cumin seeds. Sauté until fragrant.
2. Step 2: Add the sliced onions and cook until golden brown. Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Sauté for 2 minutes.
3. Step 3: Add the chopped carrots, green beans, and green peas. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Step 4: Add the turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
5. Step 5: Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pan. Stir gently to coat the rice with the spices.
6. Step 6: Pour in 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover with a lid and cook for 12-15 minutes or until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.
7. Step 7: While the rice cooks, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of ghee in a small pan. Add the paneer cubes and lightly fry until golden on the edges. Set aside.
8. Step 8: Once the rice is cooked, gently fluff it with a fork. Add the fried paneer cubes and garam masala. Mix gently.
9. Step 9: Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.