
LunchIndian
Paneer Pulao
Protein-rich rice dish with soft paneer and vegetables
Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min
Yield
2-3 servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup basmati rice
- 1/4 cup paneer, cubed small
- 2 tbsp mixed vegetables (peas, carrot)
- 1 tsp ghee
- 1/4 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt to taste (minimal)
- 1 cup water or vegetable stock
Instructions
- 1
Prepare ingredients
Wash and soak rice for 15 minutes. Cut paneer into small, soft cubes.
- 2
Cook paneer and vegetables
Heat ghee, lightly sauté paneer and vegetables until tender.
- 3
Add rice and water
Add drained rice, cumin seeds, bay leaf. Add water and cook until rice is soft.
- 4
Rest and serve
Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving warm.
Nutrition Info
Per serving: 1/2 cup
Calories
155
Notes & Tips
- ✓Ensure paneer is soft and easy to chew
- ✓Can add mild spices like cardamom for flavor