Peas and Carrot Pulav Rice.

Rice has a been a staple in our household growing up and the tradition continues.I feel nothing is more satisfying than a cup of steaming hot rice and dhal.My kids love this rice dish and I combined our rice with a simple coconut based egg curry,it was a big hit! (egg curry post coming soon)

Ingredients :

• 2 cups of Basamati Rice ( wash,soak in water for 10-15 mins)
• 1 cup of carrot & peas
• 1/4 cup of Raw Cashew-nuts (optional)
• 1/4 cup of Small Raisins (optional)
• 2 inch piece of Cinnamon (broken into two pieces)
• 4 Cloves
• 6 Cardamom Pods
• 4-5 Flakes of garlic (peeled and slit)
• 3 Medium sized Onions (Finely Sliced)
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons of Ghee ( clarified butter)
• 2 tablespoons of Oil
• 4 cups of hot water

Method :

1. Strain the rice and discard the water that the rice was soaking in.
2. In a heavy based pot,add the oil and ghee,when hot add the whole spices (cinnamon,cloves and cardamom).Give it a quick stir.
3. Add the sliced onions and garlic flakes,saute till the onions are translucent.
4. Add the cashew-nuts and raisins and saute till the raisins swell up.( saute on medium low heat)
5. Add the carrot and peas and give this a quick stir.
6. Add the rice,salt and give this a quick stir and fry the rice for a quick minute.
7. In another pot bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
8. Add the boiled water to the rice and stir.
9. Cover and cook on low heat till the water has evaporated and the rice is cooked. (this will take about 15 to 20 mins)
10. Enjoy this with a side of pepper chicken,mutton curry,egg curry or your favorite curry!