Meetha Pulao with Pistachios Recipe

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: jaggery

Honey adds sweetness with fewer calories.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option.

dried fruits

🥗Healthier: fresh fruits

💰Cheaper: raisins

Fresh fruits reduce sugar content.

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice increases fiber content.

Rinse basmati rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

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

Add cloves and cinnamon stick; sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Stir in the soaked rice and sauté gently for 2-3 minutes.

Pour in water and add sugar, salt, and saffron; stir to combine.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the pot.

Cook until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 15-20 minutes.

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

Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in orange zest and juice.

Garnish with raisins, pistachios, coriander leaves, and mint leaves before serving.

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