Matar Pulao (Rice with Peas)
Description
This is very easy recipe with basmati rice and green peas. It is very mild and fragrant. The word 'matar' means green peas in Urdu.
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
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4 whole cloves
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3 black cardamom seeds
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6 whole black peppercorns
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2 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks
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2 teaspoons garlic powder
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2 tablespoons water
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1 cup frozen green peas, thawed
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2 cups uncooked basmati rice, rinsed and drained
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4 cups water
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salt to taste
Directions
1
Heat the oil in a deep heavy skillet over low heat. Add the cloves, cardamom seeds, peppercorns and cinnamon sticks. Cook for a few minutes to bring out the aroma of the spices. Stir the garlic powder and 2 tablespoons of water together to make a paste; mix into the pan with the spices.
2
Add the green peas to the pan, cover and cook for about 5 minutes.
3
Add the remaining 4 cups of water and rice to the pan. Season with a little salt. Bring to a boil, then cover, and cook for about 15 minutes, until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed. Taste, and adjust the salt before serving.