Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

basmati rice

soaked

0.5 cup

spring onion greens

finely chopped

0.5 cup

coriander (dhania) leaves

finely chopped

0.25 tsp

cumin seeds (jeera)

4 unit

green chillies

finely chopped

1 cup

spinach leaves (palak)

finely chopped

1 tbsp

sunflower oil

2 unit

black cardamom (badi elaichi)

1 tsp

salt

to taste

4 unit

cardamom (elaichi) pods/seeds

0.5 cup

tofu

cut into cubes

0.5 cup

mint leaves (pudina)

finely chopped

0.5 cup

green beans (french beans)

finely chopped

1 tbsp

cashew nuts

halved

2 unit

bay leaves (tej patta)

1 tbsp

ghee

1 cup

methi leaves (fenugreek leaves)

finely chopped

0.5 cup

green peas (matar)

2 inch

cinnamon stick (dalchini)

0.5 unit

green bell pepper (capsicum)

finely chopped

6 unit

cloves (laung)

Step 1
~5 min

Wash and soak basmati rice for 30 minutes, then strain and set aside.

Step 2
~5 min

Blend spinach, methi leaves, coriander leaves, and green chilies into a smooth puree.

Step 3
~5 min

Heat oil and ghee in a pressure cooker.

Step 4
~5 min

Add cumin seeds, bay leaves, black cardamom, cloves, green cardamom, and cinnamon stick and roast for a few seconds.

Step 5
~5 min

Add tofu cubes and cashew nuts and fry for about 20 seconds.

Step 6
~5 min

Add capsicum, green peas, french beans, and finely chopped spring onions.

Step 7
~5 min

Stir in the soaked basmati rice and stir fry for a minute.

Step 8
~5 min

Add the prepared green puree and cook for a minute.

Step 9
~5 min

Add 2 to 3 cups of water and mix well.

Step 10
~5 min

Close the cooker and cook until the cooker releases 2 to 3 whistles.

Step 11
~5 min

Let the pressure release naturally.

Step 12
~5 min

Open the lid, serve in a bowl, and garnish with chopped coriander leaves.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of green chilies according to your spice preference.

Soaking the rice helps in achieving a fluffy texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The green puree can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with raita or yogurt.

Serve with papad and pickle.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Burani Raita
Cucumber Raita

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India

Cultural Significance

A popular rice dish often made for celebrations and festivals.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi
Eid

Occasion Tags

Weekday Meal
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

65/100

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