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Pudina Pulao (Mint Pulao)

A South Asian pilaf of basmati rice, jalapeno and yogurt, seasoned with bay leaves and black peppercorns and simmered on the stove.

30 min · Serves 6 · Easy

Serves
6

Ingredients

Time
Prep 10 min · Cook 20 min · 30 min total
Difficulty
easy
  1. 1

    Wash rice and drain. Heat ghee in a heavy bottom pot. Add cardamom, cloves, and black peppercorns.

  2. 2

    When they crackle, add bay leaves, ginger, jalapeno, coconut, and yogurt.Cook for 3 minutes.

    3 min
  3. 3

    Add water, bring to a boil, then add rice and salt. Bring to a boil, then add mint leaves, cover and cook over low heat until rice is cooked and fluffy.

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