SOYA PULAO WITH VEGGIES

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Soya Chunks are made of soy flour from which oil has been extracted. Soya Chunks are rich in Omega 3, polyunsaturated fats, proteins, calcium and iron. Soy has a high fibre content which increases metabolism, keeps stomach full for a long time and aids in easy digestion. But taking them in large quantities may damages liver as it increases the uric acid in body .

I have added other veggies too to complete  or increase the nutrient content. This is easy recipe and can be made for parties as well or made regularly. Its a one pot meal recipe so less utensils are used!

INGREDIENTS:

  1. 2 Cups Basmati Rice
  2. 1 Cup Soy Chunks
  3. 1 Large Potato
  4. 1 Onion
  5. 1/2 Cup Peas
  6. 1/2 Cup Carrots
  7. 1/4 Cup Beans
  8. 1/4 Cup Corn
  9. 1-2 Bay Leaves
  10. 2-3 Cloves
  11. 2-3 Cardamom
  12. 1 Star anise
  13. 1 Teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  14. 1 Teaspoon Ginger Garlic paste
  15. 1 Teaspoon Cumin Powder
  16. 1/2 Teaspoon Red Chilly Powder
  17. 1/2 Teaspoon Turmeric
  18. 1/2 Teaspoon Garam Masala
  19. Salt as per taste
  20. 2 Tablespoon Oil
  21. Coriander for Garnish

PREPARATION TIME: 45 Minutes

HOW TO PREPARE:

  • Wash rice and keep aside, Slice the Onions and keep aside
  • In a wok, heat oil, crackle Cumin Seeds, Star Anise, Cloves, Cardamom and Bay Leaves
  • Add Sliced Onions and Ginger Garlic Paste. Saute until Onions get translucent.
  • Add Corn, peas, Medium cut Potatoes, 1″ Cut Beans, Carrots and Soya Chunks.
  • Keep Cooking until the veggies are slightly cooked
  • Add Salt, Red Chilli, Turmeric, Garam Masala and Cumin Powder
  • Mix everything and Add soaked Rice.
  • Pour in double the quantity of water than the rice .
  • Mix, Cover and cook until rice is cooked and water is reduced.
  • Water should have dried up.
  • Take off flame and keep it covered for 5-8 minutes for rice to get cooked in steam
  • Once done serve hot with fresh coriander as garnish.


Location: Seattle, WA, USA

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