Green Rice Pulao Recipe

Name: Green Rice Pulao
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3-4 tablespoons hopped garlic; 1 tablespoon finely chopped; 3 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice; 4 sprigs cilantro, roughly chopped; 4 sprigs mint, chopped; 4 tablespoons cooking oil; 1 bay leaf (optional); Basmati rice - rinsed 2-3 times; 3 3/4 cups hot water; 2 teaspoons salt or enough for flavor; 1 cup frozen green peas

Servings: persons

3-4 tablespoons hopped garlic
1 tablespoon finely chopped
3 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
4 sprigs cilantro, roughly chopped
4 sprigs mint, chopped
4 tablespoons cooking oil
1 bay leaf (optional)
Basmati rice - rinsed 2-3 times
3 3/4 cups hot water
2 teaspoons salt or enough for flavor
1 cup frozen green peas

1
["In a food processor or blender, pulse garlic, ginger, lemon juice, cilantro and mint till blended with the consistency of thick paste, not too drippy.
2
In a deep set saucepan or dutch oven(large enough to cook rice), heat oil over medium heat. If using, add bay leaf.", "If needed, reduce flame to medium-low and stir in blended green paste. Saute until ingredients are cooked through, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to burn.
3
Mix in cleaned, drained rice. Stir in with the ingredients until well coated.", "Take heat to high. Add hot water and salt. Stir.
4
Bring rice to boil. Reduce flame to medium- low and keep rice covered. Simmer for 2 minutes.", "Open lid and add the peas. Turn off heat. Cover tightly and allow the frozen peas too thaw and plump and rice to cook through (all water absorbed) with the remaining heat of the pan, about 10-12 minutes.", "Fluff with fork before serving."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3-4 tablespoons hopped garlic, 1 tablespoon finely chopped, 3 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice, 4 sprigs cilantro, roughly chopped, and more.

Yes, Green Rice Pulao falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Green Rice Pulao

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