Kashmiri Pulao is a vegetarian dish made of basmati rice with the goodness of fruits and nuts. The unique taste of saffron mixed with the rice adds more to the flavour. The recipe is delicious yet very easy to make.
It is a traditional dish of Kashmiri cuisine, infused with saffron in basmati rice with lots of spices, nuts and broth. Saffron is an expensive spice grown locally is also infused in the dish for a touch of sweetness. It is best when served with raita and any curry you prefer.
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Ingredients
- Basmati rice
- Dry fruits
- Fennel seeds
- Ghee
- Onions
- Pinch of saffron
- Cumin seeds
- Salt
- A cup of pomegranate
- 1 Apple
- Warm milk
- Cardamon
- Cloves
- Bay leaves
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Cuisine- Indian (Kashmiri)
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Step-By-Step Guide
- Soak rice for 15 mins then rinse & drain, and let rest.
2. Heat ghee in a pan along with the spices mentioned above.
3. Mix the drained rice with saffron soaked in warm milk.
4. Add water and more milk if needed, and cook covered until the rice softened.
5. Fry dry fruits and onion for garnishing.
6. Combine cooked rice with roasted spices and dry fruits along with the caramelised onions. Topping it with fresh fruits and ghee before serving.
Expert Tips
- Make sure that the rice has been boiled until soft.
- The amount of water and milk pouring in the rice does not exceed.
- Do not over-fry dry fruits and onions.
Quick Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Basmati rice | As needed |
| Dry fruits | As desired |
| Fennel seeds | 1 tsp |
| Ghee | 2-3 tbsp |
| Onions | 2, thinly sliced |
| Pinch of saffron | 1 pinch |
| Cumin seeds | 1 tsp |
| Salt | To taste |
| Pomegranate | 1 cup |
| Apple | 1 diced |
| Warm milk | 1/4 cup |
| Cardamom | 4-5 pods |
| Cloves | 2-3 |
| Bay leaves | 2-3 |
