Chicken Kofta Pulao | चिकन कोफ्ता पुलाव | Chef Harpal Singh

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur

Quinoa is a protein-rich alternative, while bulgur is budget-friendly.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide similar heat, while bell peppers are milder and cheaper.

Heat oil in a pressure cooker.

Roast ginger and garlic for a minute.

Add 3 finely chopped green chilies and roast lightly.

Add 2 tablespoons of besan and roast until fragrant.

Add spices: 1 teaspoon coriander powder, 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder, and 1/2 teaspoon garam masala; roast for a minute.

Add chopped fresh coriander and mix well.

Prepare chicken mince by draining excess water.

In a mixing bowl, combine chicken mince, chopped onion, and salt; mix well.

Add 1 egg for binding and mix thoroughly.

In the pressure cooker, add 2 bay leaves, 2 black peppercorns, 1 teaspoon cloves, 5-6 green cardamom pods, 1 stick cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; sauté for 2-3 minutes.

Prepare koftas by wetting hands and shaping the mixture into balls.

Add sliced onions to the cooker and sauté for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.

Add the koftas gently into the boiling water in the cooker.

Cover the pressure cooker and cook for 10 minutes after 3 whistles.

Let it rest for 10 minutes before opening the lid.

Add 3 tablespoons of yogurt to the mixture and stir well.

Add the soaked and drained rice to the cooker and mix gently.

Adjust water if necessary to prevent overcooking the rice.

Cover the cooker and cook for another 10 minutes on low heat.

Garnish with fresh coriander and serve.

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