Navneet'S Punjabi Onion Rice Recipe

Name: Navneet'S Punjabi Onion Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups of cooked long grain basmati rice; 2 medium sized onions, peeled, washed and sliced; 2 tablespoons rice bran oil; 1/2 teaspoon black mustard seeds; 2 green chilies, washed, ends trimmed and finely chopped; 5 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped; salt; black pepper; 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, washed and finely chopped; 1 lemon, juice of

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil in a wok.
2
Once it is hot, add black mustard seeds (rai).
3
Allow to splutter.
4
Then fold in the finely chopped green chillies, garlic and sliced onions.
5
Mix well and stir fry until the garlic is golden brown and the onions turn translucent.
6
Add half a cup of water and stir well.
7
Cover and allow to cook ensuring the onions are browned. Uncover after 5 minutes, add half a cup more of water (you may add little more water depending on how much brown you would like the onions).
8
Fold in salt and black pepper powder.
9
Add the cooked rice and mix well.
10
Stir in the squeezed juice of one lemon and mix well.
11
Garnish with finely chopped corriander leaves and serve hot with yoghurt and papads.
12
Enjoy!

736

kcal

Calories

Fat

163

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups of cooked long grain basmati rice, 2 medium sized onions, peeled, washed and sliced, 2 tablespoons rice bran oil, 1/2 teaspoon black mustard seeds, and more.

Yes, Navneet'S Punjabi Onion Rice 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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Navneet'S Punjabi Onion Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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