Spinach paneer pulao

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PALAK PULAO

Palak pulao, also known as spinach rice/ keerai sadham, is a flavorful and healthy dish that’s perfect for a quick and easy meal. packed with nutrients and bursting with the goodness of spinach, making it a great option for vegetarians and health-conscious eaters. In this blog post, we’ll take you through a step-by-step guide on how to make palak pulao at home, along with tips on how to get the perfect texture and flavor. So, whether you’re looking for a new recipe to add to your meal rotation or want to experiment with new flavors, palak pulao is a must-try dish.

HEALTHY LUNCHBOX RECIPE 

Spinach is a rich source of vitamins and minerals, including iron, calcium, and vitamins A and C. When combined with rice and protein-rich spices, it creates a dish that’s both delicious and nutritious.

HOW LONG SHOULD I SOAK RICE?

If you are planning to cook pulao in the pan, soak it for 20 minutes. For instant pot and pressure cooker pulao, soak rice for about 5 minutes. Adjust the soaking time according to the variety of rice you use

CAN I COOK palak PANEER PULAO IN THE INSTANT POT?

Yes, for the instant pot methi pulav soak the rice for 5 minutes. Add 1:1 1/2,  rice to water ratio. Bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes and do natural pressure release. 

SHOULD I CHOP  spinach LEAVES FOR INDIAN spinach PILAF?

no, it is optional. You can finely chop the leaves or add roughly chopped keerai. 

CAN I COOK KEERAI SADHAM IN OIL?

Yes, using ghee is optional but it gives a good flavor to the rice. You can use oil for cooking and add a few drops of ghee for aroma.

ALTERNATE FOR SHAHI PANEER MASALA?

You can use add masala powders like red chilli powder, kitchen king masala, and garam masala instead of shahi paneer pulao. Adjust the masala according to your spice.

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Ingredients

Soak rice

basmati rice 1/2 cup

Enough water to soak

Pulao

Ghee 1/2 tbsp

Cashews 5

Fennel seeds 1/2 tsp

Poppy seeds 1/2 tsp

Onion 1/4 cup

Ginger garlic paste 1 tsp

Kitchen king masala 1/2 tsp

Shahi paneer masala 1 tsp + 1/2 tsp

Turmeric powder 1/4 tsp

Required salt

water 3/4 cup

Spinach 1/3 cup, tightly pressed-cleaned & chopped

Sesame oil 1/8 tsp

How to make spinach paneer pulao

  • Firstly wash and soak basmati rice for 30 mins
  • Add ghee and heat

  • furthermore add cashews, poppy seeds, and fennel seeds; splutter

  • add onion and ginger garlic paste; saute till onions turn translucent

  • Add shahi paneer masala,  kitchen king masala, salt, and turmeric powder; saute for 2 mins

  • Furthermore, add paneer; mix well

  • Add soaked rice; mix well

  • Pour water, and give a quick mix

  • furthermore, add spinach; mix well and boil

  • add sesame oil

  • Cover and cook for 2 whistles; natural pressure release
  • Fluff the rice and serve

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Ingredients

Soak rice

  • basmati rice 1/2 cup
  • Enough water to soak

Pulao

  • Ghee 1/2 tbsp
  • Cashews 5
  • Fennel seeds 1/2 tsp
  • Poppy seeds 1/2 tsp
  • Onion 1/4 cup
  • Ginger garlic paste 1 tsp
  • Kitchen king masala 1/2 tsp
  • Shahi paneer masala 1 tsp + 1/2 tsp
  • Turmeric powder 1/4 tsp
  • Required salt
  • water 3/4 cup
  • Spinach 1/3 cup tightly pressed-cleaned & chopped
  • Sesame oil 1/8 tsp

Instructions

  • Firstly wash and soak basmati rice for 30 mins
  • Add ghee and heat
  • furthermore add cashews, poppy seeds, and fennel seeds; splutter
  • add onion and ginger garlic paste; saute till onions turn translucent
  • Add shahi paneer masala,  kitchen king masala, salt, and turmeric powder; saute for 2 mins
  • Furthermore, add paneer; mix well
  • Add soaked rice; mix well
  • Pour water, and give a quick mix
  • furthermore, add spinach; mix well and boil
  • add sesame oil
  • Cover and cook for 2 whistles; natural pressure release
  • Fluff the rice and serve

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2 Comments

  1. Hi Vidya,

    For spinach pulav is it not reqd to saute the spinach.You have added directly.Will it not taste raw or how is it.

    Just for my query..need to know.

    Love all ur reciepes…has a blend of tradition,fun,modern, twist,flavour,culture,healthy and with great taste ..Off course.

    Thank u.

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