Radish rice is my favorite vegetable and I am excited to share this gem of a recipe for Instant Pot Radish Pulao that combines rice and radish in a one-pot meal!

A bowl is with radish rice on the table.

Radish rice can be enjoyed as a side dish or as a main dish, making it a versatile addition to any menu, just like my Instant black eyed peas pulao.

Instant pot radish pulao is so good with easy vegan raita or vegan ridge gourd curry. Check out the step-by-step instructions and try it today!

Quick Look: Radish Pulao Instant Pot

✅ Recipe Name: Radish Rice Pulao Instant Pot
🕒 Ready In: 35 minutes
👪 Serves: 4
🍽 Calories: 207 per serving (estimated)
🥣 Main Ingredients: Radish, white basmati rice, spices and green gram
📖 Dietary Info: Vegan; gluten-free; oil-optional
👌 Difficulty: Easy - one pot, bold flavors, minimal prep

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Why I love this
Key Ingredients
Variations
How to Make Radish Pulao
Serving Suggestions
Top Tips
Storage
Instant Pot Recipes
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Why I love this

One of the main benefits of radish rice is its nutritional value. Radishes are low in calories but high in fiber, making them a great addition to any healthy meal.
The combination of rice and radishes also adds a unique flavor to the dish. The mild bitterness of the radish balances well with the natural sweetness of rice, creating a delicious blend of flavors that is sure to please your taste buds.
Radish rice is also a great way to use up any extra radishes you may have on hand. Instead of letting them go to waste, incorporate them into this tasty and nutritious dish.
It's a great option for school lunch boxes. You can also find my vegan lunch box recipe ideas collection for more such recipes.

Key Ingredients

The surface is filled with radish rice ingredients.

Daikon radish: This type of radish has a milder and sweeter flavor compared to other varieties, making it perfect for this dish.
White rice: Any type of long grain rice can be used, such as basmati rice or jasmine. Make sure to rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove excess starch.
Spices: Common spices used in this recipe include red chilli powder, turmeric powder, garam masala powder, bay leaf, cloves and cinnamon.
Green moong dal: This optional ingredient adds additional protein and texture to the dish. Soaking the dal beforehand helps with digestion.

See the recipe card for a list of ingredients and quantities, plus recipe instructions. You can find the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Variations

To add more depth of flavor, you can also add in some finely chopped onions along with the radishes. Sauté the onions until they are translucent before adding in the other ingredients.
For a spicier kick, add in some chopped green chilies or a dash of cayenne pepper to the dish.
You can add ginger garlic paste along with onions.

How to Make Radish Pulao

Soak the green moong dal overnight or at least 4 hours if you are using it.

An Instant pot has spices and radish cubes on saute mode.

In a large pot or instant pot, heat sesame oil or olive oil over medium-high heat.

Add in bay leaf, cloves and cinnamon stick.

Sauté for a minute until fragrant.

Add chopped tomatoes, radish chunks and all the grounded spice powder to the pot and cook for a 2-3 minutes.

An Instant pot filled with radish cubes and spices.

Season with salt to taste.

An Instant Pot has rice, moong dal and radish cubes.

Next, add in the soaked green moong dal (if using) and spices. Stir well.
Rinse the rice thoroughly and add it to the pot with 1 ½ cups of water.

A pot has all the radish pulao ingredients.

Mix well and close the instant pot lid, making sure the vent is set to sealing.
Cook on high pressure for 4 minutes, then let it naturally release for 10 minutes before opening the lid.

Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and drizzle a teaspoon of lemon juice and serve hot with raita or your favorite vegetable curry.

Serving Suggestions

For a complete meal, pair radish rice with a side of crispy papadums and a refreshing cucumber raita.
For a vegetarian option, serve with sautéed vegetables like carrots, green beans, and bell peppers.
Add protein by topping the rice with roasted tofu or roasted chickpeas.

Pair with these delicious side dish potato tikka masala, sweet potato stir fry, vegan potato curry for complete meal.

Top Tips

Be sure to rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove excess starch. This will help prevent the rice from becoming mushy.
You can use any radish in this recipe, but daikon radishes work best due to their milder flavor and a touch of sweetness.
If you don't have an instant pot, you can cook this dish in a regular pot on the stove on medium heat. Just follow the same steps and adjust the cooking time accordingly.

Storage

Radish rice can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, simply microwave or heat on the stove with a splash of water to prevent it from drying out.