Spicy Sprouts Pilaf (Pressure Cooker) Recipe

Name: Spicy Sprouts Pilaf (Pressure Cooker)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked basmati rice or 1 cup long-grain rice; 1 teaspoon oil; 1 bay leaf; 1 clove; 1 cinnamon stick; 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon ginger and green chili paste; 1 cup bean sprouts (or use a combination of your favourite sprouts); 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1 teaspoon red chili powder; 1 teaspoon coriander seed, ground; salt; 2 1/2 cups hot water; To garnish; 2 tablespoons chopped coriander

Servings: persons

1 cup uncooked basmati rice or 1 cup long-grain rice
1 teaspoon oil
1 bay leaf
1 clove
1 cinnamon stick
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ginger and green chili paste
1 cup bean sprouts (or use a combination of your favourite sprouts)
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon coriander seed, ground
salt
2 1/2 cups hot water
To garnish
2 tablespoons chopped coriander

1
Clean, wash and soak the rice for 10 minutes.
2
Drain and keep aside.
3
Heat the oil in a pressure cooker and add the bay leaf, clove, cinnamon and cumin seeds.
4
When the seeds crackle, add the onion and ginger-green chilli paste and saute till the onion turns translucent.
5
Add the rice and sprouts and saute for 2 minutes.
6
Add the turmeric powder, chilli powder, ground coriander seeds and salt with 2 1/2 cups of hot water.
7
Pressure cook for 2 whistles (15 minutes).
8
Serve hot, garnished with the coriander.

252

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* 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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup uncooked basmati rice or 1 cup long-grain rice, 1 teaspoon oil, 1 bay leaf, 1 clove, and more.

Yes, Spicy Sprouts Pilaf (Pressure Cooker) falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Sprouts Pilaf (Pressure Cooker)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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