INSTANT POT® PUDINA PULAO (MINT RICE)
This is probably one of the most flavorful rice recipes you can make in just a few minutes. It's a spicy mint rice recipe that is hearty and filling as a vegetarian dish. Serve this as a side dish, or you can also take it in a lunch box and have a delicious midday meal! It is also lovely with plain or Greek yogurt.
Provided by Diana71
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Indian
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Combine green chiles, mint leaves, garlic, 2 1/2 tablespoons water, shredded coconut, cilantro, cumin seeds, and ginger in a mortar; grind with a pestle into a paste.
- Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add olive oil and heat until warm. Add cloves, cardamom pods, star anise, bay leaf, and cinnamon. Saute until spices are fragrant, 4 to 5 minutes. Add mint paste, onion, turmeric, and red chile powder and cook for 2 minutes longer.
- Mix in potatoes, tomatoes, and peas. Stir in basmati rice and saute for 1 minute longer. Pour in 1 1/4 cups water and salt. Scrape up any browned bits on the bottom of the pot and let warm 1 minute longer.
- Turn off Saute mode. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 6 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.2 calories, Carbohydrate 61.9 g, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 489 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
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Ratul Sheikh
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for any fan of Indian food.
TiffandAxel Sanchez
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so good!
Holly Sornberger
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper. It's going into my regular rotation.
Harmony
[email protected]I love the vibrant green color of this dish. It's so inviting.
M Hussain
[email protected]This dish was delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.
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[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it all up.
Greenleaf Salzer
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great dish to serve at a potluck or party.
Mohammod Nurnobi
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of mint in savory dishes, but this recipe changed my mind. The mint added a really nice freshness to the rice.
Byron David
[email protected]This dish was so flavorful and aromatic. The mint and lemon really shined through.
yogurt
[email protected]I love that this recipe is so quick and easy to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.
Amila Maqhula
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes! The combination of mint, lemon, and rice is so unique and satisfying.
darren brooks
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out perfect. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.
Christina E
[email protected]This Pudina Pulao was a hit with my family! The mint and lemon flavors were so refreshing and flavorful.