How to Make Matar Pulao (Peas Pulao) at Home - Simple Steps

Simple, easy and tasty Matar Pulao recipe for a light lunch or dinner!

This Matar Pulao recipe is relatively quick and easy dish to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights when you want a satisfying meal without spending too much time in the kitchen. The good recipe to make along with this would Creamy Lemon Butter Chicken

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Ingredients

2 cups Rice (pre-soaked for 2-3 hours)
1.5 cups Peas (Matar)
1 large Onion (Sliced)
1 tbsp. Ginger Garlic Paste
2 teaspoon Salt (or to taste)
2 tbsp. Yogurt
Whole Spices (1 Black Cardamom 3-4 Cloves, 10-12 Black Peppercorn, 1-2 inch Cinnamon Sticks, ½ teaspoon Kaala Zeera, 1 Star Anise (Badyan ka Phool), 2 Bay Leaves)
4 tablespoon Oil -
2-3 Green Chilies

Instructions

In pot, add 4 tablespoon Oil and put sliced Onions. Fry till it turn to light golden.

add whole spices and fry for few minutes

add ginger garlic paste and fry for 2-3 mins

then add yogurt and mix and cook for 2-3mins

add peas and fry

then add 1.5 cups water and cook till Peas are done. Approx. 20-25 minutes.

Add soaked Rice and cook till water dries and rice are ¾th done.

Put Green Chilies and give dum for 10 minutes.

Substitutions

If fresh peas are not available, you can use frozen peas in this matar pulao recipe
If you don't have whole spices, you can simplify by using a pinch of ground spices like ground cardamom or omitting some of the spices.

Variations

Add a variety of chopped vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, potatoes, green beans, and cauliflower along with peas to make a colorful and nutritious vegetable pulao.

Storage

Matar Pulao can typically be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days when stored properly in an airtight container.

Top tip

To prevent leftover Matar Pulao from becoming dry when reheating, sprinkle a little water or vegetable broth over the rice before microwaving or reheating on the stovetop. This helps add moisture back into the rice

FAQ

Can I use brown rice instead of basmati rice for Matar Pulao?

Yes, you can substitute basmati rice with brown rice in Matar Pulao. Keep in mind that brown rice has a longer cooking time and requires more water compared to basmati rice.

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