Vegetable Pulao with Raita — Easy & Authentic

Vegetable Pulao is a fragrant rice dish packed with colorful vegetables. Paired with cooling raita, it makes a perfect tiffin box meal for kids.

🥗 Nutrition (per serving)

🥦 Ingredients

Main ingredients

• 1 cup basmati rice
• 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, beans)
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 green chilies, slit
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 2-3 cloves
• 1-2 cardamom pods
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt to taste
• 2 cups water

For Raita

• 1 cup yogurt
• 1 cucumber, grated
• 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander for garnish

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Step 1: Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak it in water for 30 minutes, then drain.
2. 2Step 2: Heat oil in a pressure cooker. Add cumin seeds, cloves, cardamom, and bay leaf. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.
3. 3Step 3: Add sliced onions and green chilies. Sauté until onions are golden brown.
4. 4Step 4: Stir in ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute.
5. 5Step 5: Add mixed vegetables and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
6. 6Step 6: Add the soaked rice and salt. Stir well to combine.
7. 7Step 7: Pour in 2 cups of water, mix, and close the lid. Cook for 2 whistles and then let it rest for 5 minutes before opening.
8. 8Step 8: For the raita, mix yogurt, grated cucumber, roasted cumin powder, and salt in a bowl. Garnish with fresh coriander.
9. 9Step 9: Serve the Vegetable Pulao hot with raita in the tiffin box.

💡 Chef's Tips

• Tip 1: Use fresh vegetables for better taste and nutrition.
• Tip 2: Adjust the spice level according to your child's preference.
• Tip 3: You can add nuts like cashews or almonds for extra crunch.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

🍽️ More Recipes