Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup horse gram
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 2 onions, sliced
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tsp ginger paste
- 1 tsp garlic paste
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 2 bay leaves
- 4 cloves
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4 cardamom pods
- 4 cups water
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp oil
Special equipment needed:
- Pressure cooker
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Wash the horse gram and soak it in water for 4-5 hours.
2. Wash the rice and soak it in water for 30 minutes.
3. Heat oil in a pressure cooker and add cumin seeds, bay leaves, cloves, cinnamon sticks, and cardamom pods. Fry for a few seconds.
4. Add sliced onions and fry until golden brown.
5. Add ginger paste and garlic paste and fry for a minute.
6. Add chopped tomatoes and fry until they are soft and mushy.
7. Add coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well.
8. Drain the soaked horse gram and add it to the pressure cooker. Mix well.
9. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pressure cooker. Mix well.
10. Add 4 cups of water and mix well.
11. Close the pressure cooker lid and cook for 3-4 whistles on medium flame.
12. Turn off the flame and let the pressure release naturally.
13. Open the pressure cooker lid and fluff the pulao with a fork.
14. Serve hot with raita or pickle.
- Time:
Preparation time: 5 hours (soaking time)
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium flame
Serving size:
- 4-5 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Protein: 14g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Horse gram can be substituted with kidney beans or black-eyed peas.
- Basmati rice can be substituted with any long-grain rice.
Variations:
- Add vegetables like carrots, peas, and potatoes to make it a vegetable horse gram pulao.
- Add chicken or mutton to make it a non-vegetarian horse gram pulao.
Tips and tricks:
- Soak the horse gram and rice for the mentioned time to ensure they cook evenly.
- Fluff the pulao with a fork to avoid breaking the rice grains.
- Adjust the salt and spices as per your taste.
Storage instructions:
- Store the leftover pulao in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Microwave the pulao for 2-3 minutes or heat it in a pan on low flame.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the horse gram pulao in a serving bowl with a sprig of fresh coriander on top.
Garnishes:
- Fresh coriander leaves
Pairings:
- Raita or pickle
Suggested side dishes:
- Papad or salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pulao is too dry, add a little water and mix well.
- If the pulao is too watery, cook it on low flame for a few more minutes.
Food safety advice:
- Wash the horse gram and rice thoroughly before using them.
Food history:
- Horse gram is a staple food in many parts of India and is known for its high protein and iron content.
Flavor profiles:
- The horse gram pulao has a nutty and earthy flavor with a hint of spice.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the horse gram pulao as a main course dish for lunch or dinner.
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