Matar Pulao (Green Pea Pulao)

طريقة التحضير

1. 1

   Rinse and soak

   Rinse the rice in several changes of water, then soak for 20 minutes and drain well.

2. 2

   Temper the spices

   Heat the ghee in a heavy pot. Add the cumin seeds, cinnamon, cloves and bay leaf and let them sizzle for 30 seconds.

3. 3

   Brown the onion

   Add the sliced onion and cook for 6 to 7 minutes until light golden.

4. 4

   Add ginger, chillies and peas

   Stir in the ginger, green chillies and peas and cook for 2 minutes.

5. 5

   Add rice and water

   Add the drained rice and stir gently for 1 minute. Pour in the water, add salt and bring to a boil.

6. 6

   Cook covered

   Reduce the heat to low, cover tightly and cook for 12 to 15 minutes until the water is absorbed and the grains are tender.

7. 7

   Rest and fluff

   Switch off the heat and rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, garnish with coriander and serve.