Vegetarian Tawa Pulao with Masala Vegetables

A vibrant Indian rice dish featuring sautéed mushrooms, potatoes, and peppers in a spiced tomato base, perfect for a flavorful vegetarian meal.

Cuisine: Indian

Cooking time: 30 minutes

Serves: 4

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups Basmati rice
  • 1 large, diced Onion
  • 4 cloves, minced Garlic
  • 2 medium, chopped Tomatoes
  • 2 medium, diced Potatoes
  • 8 ounces, sliced Mushrooms
  • 2 medium, diced Bell peppers
  • 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
  • 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garam masala
  • 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
  • 1.5 teaspoons (or to taste) Salt
  • 0.25 cup, chopped Fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. 1. Rinse rice until water runs clear. Cook with 3 cups water. Fluff and set aside.
  2. 2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium. Add cumin seeds and let sizzle 30 seconds.
  3. 3. Add onions; sauté 3 minutes until translucent. Stir in garlic, cook 1 minute.
  4. 4. Add potatoes. Sauté 5 minutes. Add mushrooms and bell peppers; cook 4 more minutes.
  5. 5. Stir in tomatoes, turmeric, coriander, garam masala, chili powder, and salt. Cook until tomatoes soften, about 4 minutes.
  6. 6. Add cooked rice to skillet. Mix gently to coat rice with masala. Cook 2 minutes.
  7. 7. Turn off heat. Garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve hot.

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