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Pepper Chicken Pumpkin Pilaf

Cultural Context

Originating from the Indian subcontinent, Pepper Chicken Pumpkin Pilaf reflects the rich culinary traditions that blend spices and seasonal ingredients. This dish is often enjoyed during festive occasions and family gatherings, showcasing the versatility of rice and protein. In modern kitchens, variations abound, with many adapting the recipe to include different vegetables or proteins, making it a beloved comfort food worldwide.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
10 ml of oil
30 shallots
15 g of garlic
15 g of ginger
2 green chilies
400 g of chicken
salt to taste
2 spoons of coriander powder
1 spoon of black pepper powder
0.5 spoon of fennel powder
0.5 spoon of cumin powder
0.25 spoon of turmeric powder
1 spoon of chili powder
0.5 spoon of fenugreek powder
1 tomato
100 g of pumpkin
1 cup of washed and soaked rice
2 cups of water

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu offers a plant-based option while chickpeas are budget-friendly.

pumpkin

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: carrots

Butternut squash has a similar texture, while carrots are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is often cheaper.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth is healthier, while seasoned water is a cost-effective alternative.

1

Heat the pan and pour in 10 ml of oil.

2

Put in the pieces of 30 shallots and sauté well for 5 minutes.

3

Add 15 g of garlic and 15 g of ginger and sauté well.

4

Add 2 green chilies and mix well.

5

Add 400 g of chicken and mix well.

6

Add salt to taste, 2 spoons of coriander powder, 1 spoon of black pepper powder, 0.5 spoon of fennel powder, 0.5 spoon of cumin powder, 0.25 spoon of turmeric powder, 1 spoon of chili powder, and 0.5 spoon of fenugreek powder; mix and sauté well.

7

Add 1 tomato and sauté well.

8

Add 100 g of pumpkin and sauté well.

9

Add 1 cup of washed and soaked rice and mix.

10

Add 2 cups of water and mix.

11

Cook for 15 minutes in the pressure cooker.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsteaming

Equipment Needed

panpressure cooker

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Chicken Pumpkin RicePepper Chicken Pilaf

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