Paneer Methi Pulao ~ Basmati Rice Scented With Spices, Fenugreek Leaves And Paneer Recipe

Name: Paneer Methi Pulao ~ Basmati Rice Scented With Spices, Fenugreek Leaves And Paneer
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup basmati rice; 2 cups water; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1 cardamom pod; 2 cloves cinnamon; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 red onion; 1/2 teaspoon ginger garlic paste; paneer cut into 1/2 inch cubes - 1 cup; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; green chilli Thai, slit lengthwise - 1, optional; salt to taste; methi leaves Dried, Kasuri methi - 2 tbsp., soaked in water for 10 mins and drained

Servings: persons

1 cup basmati rice
2 cups water
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cardamom pod
2 cloves cinnamon
1 bay leaf
1/2 red onion
1/2 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
paneer cut into 1/2 inch cubes - 1 cup
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
green chilli Thai, slit lengthwise - 1, optional
salt to taste
methi leaves Dried, Kasuri methi - 2 tbsp., soaked in water for 10 mins and drained

1
Wash the rice well in water, drain and keep aside.
2
Heat the oil in a heavy bottomed pan. On medium heat, add the spice mix and roast them till fragrant.
3
Add the onion and ginger garlic paste and saute till onions are translucent.
4
Throw in the turmeric powder and green chilli (optional) and mix well.
5
Add paneer, salt and methi leaves and mix again.
6
Add the rice and water and cook with the pot open till bubbles form on top of the rice. Switch off heat and keep the pot covered for another 10-15 mins or so.
7
Do not mix the rice as it will break and become mushy.
8
Fluff the rice lightly with a fork and check for doneness.
9
Serve with any favorite raita and Indian pickle

211

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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 cup basmati rice, 2 cups water, 1 tablespoon canola oil, 1 cardamom pod, and more.

Yes, Paneer Methi Pulao ~ Basmati Rice Scented With Spices, Fenugreek Leaves And Paneer 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.

Paneer Methi Pulao ~ Basmati Rice Scented With Spices, Fenugreek Leaves And Paneer

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