Mint Pulao is a very mild spiced rice ,yet high on taste .
This Mint Pulao can never go wrong ,even for the beginners. The mint ground with coconut enriches the taste of the rice. Also the addition of potatoes gives it a bit of a punch. This Mint Pulao is a good recommendation for the lunch box.
Serves : 3
Cooking Time : 45 min
Ingredients :
Basmati Rice 1 cup
Onion 1(sliced )
Potatoes 2(cubed)
Turmeric 1/4tsp
Cinnamon 1"
Cardamom 2
Cloves 2
Mace 2
Salt to taste
Oil & ghee 11/2 tbsp
Grind to a Paste :
Mint leaves a cup
Green chilly 4-5
Ginger 3/4 "
Garlic 3-4 pearls
Cumin 3/4-1 tsp
Coconut 1 cup (grated )
Method :
Cook the rice with salt just right ( no over cooking ) grains should be separate .
It is a good idea to use a spoon of oil in the water while cooking the rice.
Once the rice is cooked allow it to cool.
In a pan heat oil and ghee .
Throw in whole species ,let it splutter.
Add onions and let it get transparent.( a pinch of salt can be added to quickly change
colour of the onions .)
Add the potatoes and fry for a bit.
Add the ground paste ,salt and give it a toss.
Add water (1/2 cup ) and mix.
Close and cook ,till potatoes get ½ - ¾ cooked.
Now open the lid ,and fry till the moisture is dried up.
Now add the cooked rice and give a gentle mix ,till the rice gets warm.
Garnish with coriander leaves .
Serve hot with raita.
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