Lahori Vegetable Pulao (lahori Vegetable Pulao)

Lahori Vegetable Pulao is a flavorful and aromatic rice dish that originates from the city of Lahore in Pakistan. This dish is packed with a variety of colorful vegetables and fragrant spices, making it a popular choice for a hearty and satisfying meal.

Lahori Vegetable Pulao (lahori Vegetable Pulao)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 potato, diced
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, bell peppers, cauliflower)
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup cooking oil
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 4 cloves
  • 4 green cardamom pods
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Wash the basmati rice and soak it in water for 30 minutes.
  2. In a large pot, heat the cooking oil and add the sliced onion. Cook until the onion is golden brown.
  3. Add the whole spices (cinnamon stick, cloves, cardamom pods, cumin seeds) and sauté for a minute.
  4. Add the mixed vegetables, carrot, and potato. Cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pot. Stir gently to mix with the vegetables.
  6. Pour in the vegetable broth, add turmeric, garam masala, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
  7. Fluff the pulao with a fork, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
50g
Protein
8g
Fat
7g

Supplies

Large pot Cooking spoon Measuring cups and spoons

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Lahori Vegetable Pulao pairs well with raita (yogurt sauce) and a side of salad.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For added flavor, you can also add a handful of golden raisins and cashew nuts to the pulao before simmering.

Cost

$10