Veg Pilao

Pulao is a fragrant and flavourful rice dish that’s often prepared with vegetables, spices, and aromatics. Using pre-made Nosh spice mix makes the cooking process faster and more convenient.

Curry Type: Mild

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Basmati rice, soaked and drained
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, beans, etc.), chopped
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoons ready-to-use vegetable pilao spice mix (Nosh Spice)
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 cups water
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish
  • Sliced almonds or cashews for garnish (optional)

Recipe

  • Heat the ghee or vegetable oil in a large pot or pan over medium heat.
  • Add the sliced onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
  • Stir in the mixed vegetables and sauté for a few minutes until they start to soften.
  • Add the Nosh Spice Veg pilao spice mix to the pot and stir well to coat the vegetables with the spices.
  • Add the soaked and drained Basmati rice to the pot. Gently stir to combine the rice with the vegetables and spices.
  • Pour in the water and add salt to taste. Give it a gentle stir.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and let the rice cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed.
  • Once the rice is cooked, remove the pot from the heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5-10 minutes. This helps the rice grains to fluff up.
  • Gently fluff the rice with a fork to separate the grains. Remove the whole spices (cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, and bay leaf) if desired.
  • Garnish the vegetable pulao with chopped cilantro and sliced almonds or cashews, if using.
  • Serve the vegetable pulao hot as a main dish or as a side with yogurt, raita, or your favourite curry.
  • Enjoy your flavourful and aromatic homemade vegetable pulao!