Indian Rice (Pulao) Recipe

Name: Indian Rice (Pulao)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads or ground turmeric; 6 cups boiling water; 1/2 cup vegetable shortening; 2 medium onions, chopped; 2 (1 inch) pieces cinnamon stick; 4 whole cloves; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 2 tablespoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 10 cardamom seeds; 4 1/2 cups long-grain white rice; 1 cup plain yogurt; 2 teaspoons salt

Servings: persons

1/4 teaspoon saffron threads or ground turmeric
6 cups boiling water
1/2 cup vegetable shortening
2 medium onions, chopped
2 (1 inch) pieces cinnamon stick
4 whole cloves
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
10 cardamom seeds
4 1/2 cups long-grain white rice
1 cup plain yogurt
2 teaspoons salt

1
Place saffron threads into boiling water, set aside to steep.
2
Melt the vegetable shortening in a large pot over medium-high heat. Stir in the onions, and cook until golden, about 5 minutes. Season with cinnamon sticks, cloves, ginger, cumin, garlic powder, and cardamom seeds. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes to release the flavor, stirring constantly.
3
Pour in the rice and cook for 10 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the yogurt, saffron water, and salt. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover pot with a cloth folded into 4 layers. Place a lid over the cloth and cook until the rice is done, about 20 minutes. Remove the cinnamon sticks, cloves, and cardamom seeds before serving.

4139

kcal

Calories

366

Fat

216

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads or ground turmeric, 6 cups boiling water, 1/2 cup vegetable shortening, 2 medium onions, chopped, and more.

Yes, Indian 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.

Indian Rice (Pulao)

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