Matar Pulao Rice with Peas Recipe Indian & Pakistani

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon red chilis
1 tablespoon cumin seeds
1 onion chopped
1 chicken cube
1 cup frozen green peas thawed
2 cups basmati rice, rinsed and drained
4 cups water
Salt to taste

Directions

Heat the oil in a deep heavy skillet over low heat. Add cumin seeds, bay leaf and onions. Cook for a few minutes until onions are brown and then add all the spices.. Stir in the water, chicken cube and peas; bring to a boil cover and cook for about 5 minutes. Add rice to the pan, bring to a boil, then cover, and cook for about 15 minutes, until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed. Serve hot with salad or yogurt salad (raita).

Recipe courtesy by Gratify Cooking