A time-honoured Indian confectionery hand-crafted with reduced milk, fragrant green cardamom, saffron, and toasted pistachio nuts.
Soak the basmati rice for 20 minutes.
Cook the onion in ghee until golden, then add the cumin seeds and garam masala.
Add the grated carrots and peas and sauté for 3 minutes.
Stir in the rice, salt, and 4 cups water and cook until tender.
Rest 10 minutes and fluff before serving.