Classic Tawa Pulao Crafted with Love

Tawa Pulao is a delightful and flavorsome Indian street food that blends fragrant basmati rice with an array of colorful vegetables and spices. It’s a perfect one-pan meal for busy weeknights or when you’re craving a taste of India. Let’s get started with two exciting variations of this beloved dish!, Classic Tawa Pulao Crafted with Love.

Recipe 1: Classic Tawa Pulao

Ingredients:

• 1 cup basmati rice
• 2 cups mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, bell peppers, and beans)
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
• 2-3 green chilies, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 2 tablespoons Tawa Pulao masala
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 2 tablespoons butter or ghee
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
• Salt to taste

Method:

1. Prepare the Rice:
   • Rinse the basmati rice thoroughly and soak it in water for 30 minutes. Cook the rice with the appropriate water ratio until it’s fluffy. Set aside.
2. Sauté the Vegetables:
   • Heat 1 tablespoon of butter or ghee on a tawa or a wide pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
   • Add finely chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and green chilies.
   • Toss in the mixed vegetables and cook until they are slightly tender.
3. Add Spices:
   • Add Tawa Pulao masala, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and let the spices cook for a minute.
4. Mix with Rice:
   • Gently fold in the cooked basmati rice and mix until the vegetables and rice are well combined.
5. Garnish and Serve:
   • Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.

Recipe 2: Spicy Paneer Tawa Pulao

Ingredients:

• 1 cup basmati rice
• 200g paneer, cut into cubes
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, bell peppers, and beans)
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
• 2-3 green chilies, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
• 2 tablespoons Tawa Pulao masala
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 2 tablespoons butter or ghee
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
• Salt to taste

Method:

1. Prepare the Rice:
   • Rinse the basmati rice thoroughly and soak it in water for 30 minutes. Cook the rice with the appropriate water ratio until it’s fluffy. Set aside.
2. Sauté the Paneer and Vegetables:
   • Heat 1 tablespoon of butter or ghee on a tawa or a wide pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
   • Add finely chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and green chilies.
   • Add paneer cubes and sauté until lightly golden. Add the mixed vegetables and cook until they are slightly tender.
3. Add Spices:
   • Add Tawa Pulao masala, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and let the spices cook for a minute.
4. Mix with Rice:
   • Gently fold in the cooked basmati rice and mix until the vegetables, paneer, and rice are well combined.
5. Garnish and Serve:
   • Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.

Enjoy the delightful flavors of Tawa Pulao with these two exciting recipes! Bon appétit!