Simple Vegetable Rice Recipe | Pulao | Easy vegetarian and Vegan Meals | Rice Recipe

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Quinoa is a healthier alternative with more protein.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats.

mixed vegetables

🥗Healthier: fresh seasonal vegetables

💰Cheaper: frozen vegetables

Fresh vegetables enhance flavor and nutrition.

cumin seeds

🥗Healthier: ground cumin

💰Cheaper: cumin powder

Ground cumin is easier to find and use.

Thoroughly wash and soak the basmati rice in water for 30 minutes, then strain.

Heat cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add bay leaves and cumin seeds; sauté until fragrant.

Stir in chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; cook until onion is golden.

Add carrot, green beans, and frozen green peas; sauté until vegetables are tender.

Add the soaked rice and stir gently to combine with the vegetables.

Pour in water and add salt; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer until rice is cooked and water is absorbed.

Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with toasted cashew nuts before serving.

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