Retain the ghee and add bay leaf, cardamom, and clove
add onion, green chilli, ginger garlic paste; saute till onions turn translucent
Add all the masala powders, and turmeric powder; saute for 2 mins
Furthermore, add peas and the required salt
Pour water, and coconut milk and bring to boil
Add soaked rice, methi leaves, sugar, and sesame oil; mix well
Cover and cook for 5 minutes. Avoid opening the lid in between
After 5 minutes mix gently; cover and cook for 2 more mins
Add paneer and mix gently; open and cook for 2 mins or until rice is ready
Fluff the rice and serve