Basmati Rice and Pea Pilaf (Peas Pulao) Recipe

Name: Basmati Rice and Pea Pilaf (Peas Pulao) Recipe
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oil; 4 to 5 whole cloves; 1-inch stick cinnamon; 4 to 5 small green chillies, slit lengthwise; 2 medium onions sliced thin (about 2 cups); 2 cups basmati rice; 1 cup fresh or frozen green peas; 1 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder; 5 cups water; Kosher salt

With plenty of rice on hand, a basmati rice and pea pilaf is in order. It's a simple and straightforward side dish, but little green peas and a combination of chilis, onions, and warm spices make it far more exciting than a bowl of plain white rice.

Beyond Curry: Basmati Rice and Pea Pilaf (Peas Pulao)

Active: 15 mins

Total: 35 mins

Serves: 4 servings

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2 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oil
4 to 5 whole cloves
1-inch stick cinnamon
4 to 5 small green chiles, slit lengthwise
2 medium onions sliced thin (about 2 cups)
2 cups basmati rice
1 cup fresh or frozen green peas
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin powder
5 cups water
Kosher salt

Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add cloves and cinnamon and cook until fragrant, about 20 seconds. Add chillies and onions and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Add rice and cook, stirring frequently, until nutty, about 2 minutes. Add peas and cumin powder and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute longer. Add water and salt, bring to a boil, and reduce to lowest heat setting. Cover with lid and allow to cook until all the water is absorbed, about 10 to 12 minutes. Serve hot with daal or raita.

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Beyond Curry: Basmati Rice and Pea Pilaf (Peas Pulao)

Nutrition Facts (per serving)
232	Calories
7g	Fat
37g	Carbs
6g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings: 4
Amount per serving
Calories	232
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7g	10%
Saturated Fat 1g	3%
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 254mg	11%
Total Carbohydrate 37g	13%
Dietary Fiber 4g	15%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 6g
Vitamin C 35mg	177%
Calcium 62mg	5%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 300mg	6%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.