Methi Malai Matar Pulao
Indian Indian - Biryani and Rice

Methi Malai Matar Pulao

Est. Time: 35-45 min  •  6 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.

Ingredients

  • • 2 cups basmati rice
  • • 1 cup fresh fenugreek leaves
  • • 1/2 cup green peas
  • • 1/2 cup fresh cream
  • • 2 large onions, sliced
  • • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • • 1 tsp garam masala
  • • 2 tbsp ghee

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Wash and soak the basmati rice for 20 minutes, then drain.

2
Phase 2

Sauté the fenugreek leaves in ghee until the bitterness fades.

3
Phase 3

Fry the onions and cumin seeds until golden, then add ginger-garlic paste.

4
Phase 4

Add the green peas and garam masala and cook briefly.

5
Phase 5

Add the rice, water, and sautéed fenugreek and cook until done.

6
Phase 6

Stir in the cream, rest for 5 minutes, and fluff.