20-Min Fragrant Pea & Carrot Pulao
Basmati rice toasted with whole spices, then simmered with peas and carrots for a fluffy, aromatic one-pot meal. Warm, comforting, and ready in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 6g
Ingredients
- 1 cup basmati rice
- ¾ cup frozen peas
- 1 medium carrot, diced small
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 2 whole cardamom pods, crushed
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 2 cups vegetable broth
Instructions
- 1
Rinse basmati rice under cold water until water runs clear, about 1 minute.
- 2
Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high. Toast cumin seeds, cardamom, and bay leaf for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 3
Add rinsed rice and stir constantly for 1–2 minutes until grains look slightly translucent at the edges.
- 4
Pour in broth and add diced carrot. Stir once, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
- 5
Cover and simmer for 12 minutes. Scatter frozen peas over the top, re-cover, and cook 2 minutes more.
- 6
Remove from heat, let stand covered for 2 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot with lid
- fine-mesh sieve
- fork
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