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Matar Pulao

Matar Pulao

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Matar Pulao is a majestic, simple, and profoundly aromatic North Indian comfort classic celebrated for its sweet green peas and fragrant long-grain rice. This recipe features aged basmati rice cooked with fresh seasonal peas and a delicate tempering of whole spices. Known for its sophisticated appearance and soul-satisfying warmth, it represents the heart of traditional Indian domestic winter lunches. Its taste is mildly sweet and savory, with the ghee providing a unique professional-grade buttery finish. This dish is a mandatory staple for quick healthy meals and is often served with spicy curries or raita. Best enjoyed hot from the professional-grade pot.

Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Servings2 People
DifficultyEasy
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Ingredients

1.5 cups Basmati Rice, aged
1 cup Green peas, fresh
1 large Onion, thinly sliced
1 tsp Cumin seeds
2 Green chilies, slit
1 tbsp Ginger-Garlic paste
2 tbsp Ghee
3 cups Water
Whole spices (Cloves, Cinnamon, Cardamom)
Salt to taste
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using fresh seasonal peas is mandatory for achieving the traditional professional-grade sweet flavor.
  • Ensuring the rice is soaked properly is the absolute secret to achieving a professional-grade elongated structure.
  • The addition of a little lemon juice to the water provide the essential professional-grade whiteness to the rice.
  • Always fluff the rice with a professional-grade fork only; this is the professional key to preventing the professional-grade grains from breaking.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 bowl (250g))

Calories

280 kcal

Protein

6g

Fat

8g

Carbs

46g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.