Peas Pulao (Matar Pulao) in Instant Pot
Peas Rice(Matar Pulao) is a very simple and flavorful dish. A few flavorful spices in a cilantro, coconut and green chili base make a powerful combination that is bursting with flavor.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 395kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1½ Cups basmati rice extra long
- ½ Cup frozen peas
- salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 2 small cinnamon sticks pieces or use ½ teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 green cardamom
- ½ Cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoon cilantro chopped
- 3 green chilies sliced
- 2 garlic cloves (optional) minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger grated
- 2 tbsp mint leaves chopped (optional)
- 1 tablespoon cashews roasted (optional)
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- ¾ teaspoon Garam Masala Powder
- 1 onion thinly sliced
- 1¼ cup water
Instructions
- Prep the Rice: Rinse basmati rice until the water runs clear. Soak for 15–20 minutes, then drain.1½ Cups basmati rice
- Sauté Spices: Turn the Instant Pot to saute mode. Heat oil and add cardamom, cinnamon stick, and bay leaf until fragrant.1 tablespoon Olive Oil , 2 small cinnamon sticks pieces, 3 green cardamom , 1 bay leaf
- Add ginger garlic, green chilies and saute for 2 seconds.3 green chilies, 1 teaspoon ginger, 2 garlic cloves (optional)
- Add chopped onions and sauté until soft and lightly golden.1 onion
- Add turmeric powder and garam masala. Mix well.½ teaspoon turmeric powder, ¾ teaspoon Garam Masala Powder
- Add green peas, chopped cilantro, mint leaves, and mix well½ Cup frozen peas, 2 tablespoon cilantro, 2 tablespoon mint leaves
- Pressure Cook: Pour in coconut milk, add salt, and stir once.½ Cup coconut milk, salt to taste
- Add basmati rice, and water and stir well. Close the lid, set valve to Sealing, and cook on High Pressure for 5 minutes.1¼ cup water
- Release & Fluff: Let pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then do a quick release. Open the lid and fluff gently with a fork. Top with roasted cashews!1 tablespoon cashews
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Notes
- Always drain the rice well to avoid mushy pulao.
- Do not overmix after adding rice gentle folding keeps the grains intact.
- If the pulao looks slightly wet, let it rest uncovered for a few minutes, then fluff with a fork.
Nutrition
Calories: 395kcal | Carbohydrates: 66g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 126mg | Potassium: 239mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 122IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 2mg