Matar Pulao (Green Peas Pulao)
Make Matar Pulao (Green Peas Pulao), a North Indian main course recipe with Basmati rice, Water, Ghee or cooking oil. It has about 35 min, about 340 calories per serving. Get ingredients, step-by-step instructions, nutrition estimates, FAQs, and Recipe Genius app tools.
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Matar Pulao (Green Peas Pulao) is a North Indian main course recipe that takes about 35 min, makes 4 servings, has about 340 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.
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View on AmazonMatar Pulao (Green Peas Pulao) ingredients
- 1.5 cups Basmati rice
- 3 cups Water
- 2 tbsp Ghee or cooking oil
- 1 large Bay leaf
- 1 inch Cinnamon stick
- 2 pods Green cardamoms
- 3 whole Cloves
- 0.5 tsp Cumin seeds
- 0.5 medium Onion
- 1 tsp Ginger-garlic paste
- 1 slit Green chili
- 1 cup Fresh or frozen green peas
- 1.5 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Fresh coriander leaves
How to make Matar Pulao (Green Peas Pulao)
- Rinse 1.5 cups of Basmati rice under cold water until clear. Soak the rice in fresh water for 20 minutes, then drain completely and allow it to sit in a colander for 10 minutes to dry slightly.
- If using frozen peas, thaw them by soaking in warm water for 5 minutes and then draining. Finely slice 0.5 medium onion and slit 1 green chili.
- Heat 2 tbsp ghee or cooking oil in a heavy-bottomed pot or pressure cooker over medium heat. Add 1 large bay leaf, 1 inch cinnamon stick, 2 green cardamoms, 3 whole cloves, and 0.5 tsp cumin seeds. Sauté for 30-45 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the sliced 0.5 medium onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until it softens and turns translucent. Then, stir in 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste and 1 slit green chili, cooking for another minute until the raw aroma disappears.
- Add 1 cup of fresh or thawed green peas and 1.5 tsp salt to the pot. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring gently to combine the peas with the aromatics.
- Add the drained Basmati rice to the pot. Gently stir for 1-2 minutes to lightly toast the rice grains, taking care not to break them.
- Pour in 3 cups of water and bring the mixture to a rolling boil. Stir once, then reduce the heat to the lowest setting, cover the pot tightly, and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the water is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Remove from heat and let the Matar Pulao rest, covered, for 10 minutes. This allows the steam to finish cooking the rice and distribute moisture evenly. Fluff the rice gently with a fork and garnish with 2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves before serving hot.
Matar Pulao (Green Peas Pulao) FAQ
How do I make Matar Pulao (Green Peas Pulao)?
Make Matar Pulao (Green Peas Pulao) by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.
What ingredients are in Matar Pulao (Green Peas Pulao)?
The main ingredients include Basmati rice, Water, Ghee or cooking oil, Bay leaf, Cinnamon stick. The full ingredient list is included on this page.
How long does Matar Pulao (Green Peas Pulao) take?
This recipe takes about 35 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.
How many calories are in Matar Pulao (Green Peas Pulao)?
Recipe Genius estimates about 340 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.
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