Ingredients:

• 1 cup IndRizo's Premium Raw Rice
• 2 tbsp oil or ghee
• 1 bay leaf
• 1-inch cinnamon stick
• 2 cloves
• 2 cardamom pods
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 green chili (slit)
• 1/2 cup mixed vegetables (carrot, beans, peas, potato)
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• 2 cups water
• 2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves
• 1 tbsp fried cashews (optional)

• Rinse and Soak Rice – Wash basmati rice under running water until clear. Soak for 30 minutes, then drain.
• Sauté Whole Spices – Heat oil or ghee in a pan. Add bay leaf, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, and cumin. Let them crackle.
• Cook Aromatics – Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown. Add ginger-garlic paste and green chili. Sauté for a minute.
• Add Vegetables – Stir in chopped vegetables, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
• Cook the Rice – Add drained rice, mix gently, and sauté for a minute. Pour 2 cups of water. Cover and cook on low heat for 12-15 minutes.
• Fluff and Serve – Once done, fluff the pulao with a fork. Garnish with coriander leaves and fried cashews.
• Enjoy – Serve hot with raita, pickle, or a side of yogurt!