वेज पुलाव | Vegetable Pulao Recipe | Quick & Easy Pulao | Rice Recipes | By - Bharti Patni

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.

Rinse basmati rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes and drain.

Heat ghee in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add cumin seeds, bay leaf, cloves, cardamom, and cinnamon stick; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in chopped onion, ginger, garlic, and green chilies; cook until onion is golden, about 5-7 minutes.

Add mixed vegetables and turmeric powder; sauté for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are slightly 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 for 15-20 minutes until rice is cooked and water is absorbed.

Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.

Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.

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