Vegetable Pulao Recipe, How to make Veg Pulao

Step 1

Wash and soak the rice in water before starting to cook. Let the rice soak for atleast 20 minutes.

Step 2

Heat oil in a pan and add in the cardamom, cloves and cinnamon. Add in the sliced onions and fry till the onions are soft.

Step 3

Grind the ginger, garlic and fennel seeds (sombu) with quarter cup of water to a smooth paste. Add it to the pan along with sliced green chillies. Saute till the mixture is cooked and dry.

Step 4

Add in the diced veggies, salt, coconut milk and water.

Step 5

Add in the drained rice. Cover the pressure pan and cook on a medium flame for exactly 2 whistles.

Step 6

Remove from heat and wait for the pressure to settle for 15 minutes. Open the cooker and fluff up.