Recipe: A Perfect Balance Of Protein, Fibre And Carbs
32 mins
Cooking Time
Easy
Difficulty
21
Ingredients
Veg
Diet
Pulao, a rice and veggie dish, is a favourite across homes. This recipe brings a protein-rich twist to the classic by adding fat-free Aashirvaad Soya Chunks to the mix. The chunks mix easily with the pulao and are high in protein (53g/100 g), adding more nutrition, flavour, and texture to the traditional dish. The pulao works well as a tiffin meal, or even a simple lunch or dinner with raita on the side.
Soak 1 cup of rice (for at least 30 minutes). Meanwhile, in a saucepan, add enough water to submerge the soya chunks. Place the saucepan on medium heat. Add 1 tsp of salt and bring the water to a rolling boil. Boil the Aashirvaad soya chunks in salted water for 5-7 minutes. Turn off the heat, drain the water, and keep the chunks aside.
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Step 2: Cook the whole spices and onions
Add ghee to a large kadai and place it on medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them crackle. Then add bay leaf, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom pods and sautè till the spices turn aromatic. Then add onions, ginger-garlic paste, and chilli. Sautè again till the onions change colour and the mix turns aromatic.
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Step 3: Add the veggies and soya
Turn the flame to low and add spice powders (turmeric, chilli powder, and garam masala). Give a quick mix. Now, add the vegetables (potato, carrot, peas, and cauliflower florets) and boiled and drained soya chunks. Gently mix or saute, ensuring the spices evenly coat the veggies and soya.
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Step 4: Cook the rice
Add 2 cups of water and 1 tsp of salt to the veggie-soya mix. Mix everything and bring to a boil. Then, add 1 cup of soaked rice. Now, cover and cook on low heat for 12–15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
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Step 5: Garnish and serve
Once the rice is cooked all the way through, remove the lid. Turn off the heat and gently fluff the rice. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander and serve hot.
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