Methi Pulao

A fragrant and wholesome pulao made with fresh methi leaves, peas, tomatoes, and soft paneer.

Ingredients

1. Main Ingredients

   • 1 1/2 cups basmati rice
   • 1 cup green peas
   • 50 g paneer (cubed and deep fried)
   • 1 small bunch methi leaves (chopped)

2. Flavoring & Spices

   • 2 tomatoes (chopped)
   • Garlic flakes paste
   • 2–3 green chilies (chopped)
   • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
   • Red chili powder to taste
   • Salt to taste

3. For Cooking

   • 1 tbsp oil or butter
   • Water as needed

Instructions

1. Prepare the base

   • Wash methi leaves thoroughly, drain, and set aside.
   • Heat oil or butter in a pan, add garlic paste, and sauté until light brown.

2. Sauté vegetables and spices

   • Add tomatoes and green peas.
   • Mix in methi leaves, green chilies, salt, red chili powder, and turmeric powder.
   • Stir-fry the mixture for 8–10 minutes.

3. Cook the pulao

   • Add rice and fry for 5 minutes to coat it well with the masala.
   • Pour enough water and pressure cook on low flame for 5 minutes.
   • Garnish with fried paneer and serve hot with chilled raita.