Gobi Pulao (masala Cauliflower Rice)

Gobi Pulao, also known as Masala Cauliflower Rice, is a delicious and aromatic dish from Jain Cuisine. It is a flavorful and nutritious rice dish made with cauliflower, aromatic spices, and fragrant basmati rice.

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Gobi Pulao (masala Cauliflower Rice)

Ingredients

  • 1 medium cauliflower, grated
  • 2 cups basmati rice, soaked for 30 minutes and drained
  • 2 onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tomato, finely chopped
  • 1 green chili, finely chopped
  • 1-inch ginger, grated
  • 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter) or oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat ghee or oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
  2. Add sliced onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
  3. Add grated ginger, minced garlic, and green chili. Sauté for a minute.
  4. Add chopped tomato and cook until it turns soft.
  5. Stir in garam masala, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and ground cinnamon. Cook for a minute.
  6. Add grated cauliflower and soaked basmati rice. Mix well to combine.
  7. Pour in 4 cups of water and season with salt. Bring to a boil.
  8. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed.
  9. Fluff the pulao with a fork, garnish with fresh cilantro leaves, and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
6g
Fat
5g

Supplies

Large pan Spatula Measuring cups and spoons Cutting board Knife

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve Gobi Pulao with cucumber raita (yogurt dip) and papad (crispy lentil wafers).

Tips & tricks

Tips: Grate the cauliflower using a box grater or pulse it in a food processor until it resembles rice grains.

Cost

$10