Best one pot pumpkin rice recipe
Indian-Inspired Pumpkin Pulao is a delicious rice dish that brings together the sweetness of pumpkin with warm Indian spices. The aromatic blend of spices like cumin, cinnamon, and cardamom infuses the rice, while tender pumpkin pieces add a subtle sweetness. This flavorful pulao is a simple yet impressive way to enjoy pumpkin in an Indian-style meal, making it both comforting and nutritious. Perfect for lunch or dinner, it’s a unique twist on a traditional favorite.
Recipe
Pumpkin Pulao (Indian Inspired)
Indian-Inspired Pumpkin Pulao is a delicious rice dish that brings together the sweetness of pumpkin with warm Indian spices.
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number of servings servings
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Rice
- 1 Cup Pumpkin
- 1 Big Potato
- 1/2 Cup Onion
- 1 Tablespoon Crushed Ginger Garlic
- 1/2 Teaspoon Turmeric Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Coriander Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Red Chilli Powder
- Salt as per taste
- 1 Tomato
- Handful of Coriander Leaves
- 1/2 Cup Green Peas
- 1 Teaspoon Dry Fenugreek Leaves
- 4 Cup Vegetable Stock
For Tempering
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 1 teaspoon Caraway seeds
- 5-6 Cloves
- 2 Green cardamom
- 1 Black Cardamom
- 1 Star anise
Instructions
- First, cut the pumpkin into large pieces and set them aside.
- Peel and cut the potatoes into large pieces, fry them until golden then set them aside.
- Now in a pot over medium heat add oil and whole spices,
- Once they start to sizzle add ginger and garlic and cook for a minute.
- Now, add the onion and cook until it turns slightly golden.
- Now add the pumpkin and cook for 2 minutes.
- Now add the pumpkin and cook for 2 minutes. now add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, salt and little hot water, Cook everything for 2 minutes or until the spices are well cooked.
- Now, add the sliced tomatoes and a handful of coriander leaves. Mix everything well and cook until the tomatoes become soft.
- Now add the rice, vegetable stock, and green peas give everything a good mix and cook until all the water evaporates.
- Then sprinkle dry fenugreek leaves on top and add 1-2 table spoon ghee. Cover and cook on low heat for 12-13 minutes.
- Serve hot with your favorite side, dip or enjoy it on its own.
- For a visual reference you can watch our video linked below.
- Enjoy😋
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