Vegetable Pulao

Ghee + Oil - 3 tbsp.

Whole Garam Masala - Cinnamon - 1 stick, Clove - 4, Cardamom - 2, Bay Leaf - 1, Star Anise - 1

Cumin seeds - 1 tsp

Onion - 1, chopped

Green Chilli - 2, slit

Ginger Garlic Paste - 2 tsp

Mixed Vegetables - Potato - 1, diced, Carrot - 1, diced, Peas - 1/4 cup, Cauliflower - 1/4 cup florets, Beans - 1/4 cup, diced

Salt & Pepper

Rice - 2 cups (Seeraga Samba or Basmati), soaked in water for 30 min.

Milk - 1 cup

Lemon Juice

Cilantro

Heat ghee and oil in a pressure cooker.

Temper whole garam masala and cumin seeds.

Add onion and green chilli; cook until the onion turns translucent.

Add ginger garlic paste and cook until the raw smell goes away.

Add the mixed vegetables and mix well so the masala coats all the vegetables. Cook covered for 3 min.

Now add the rice and mix well so the masala coats all kernels of the rice.

Finally, add milk and 3 cups water. Cook covered for 12 min on medium heat and 5 min on simmer.

Garnish with lemon juice and cilantro.

Serve hot with raita.