Ingredients for Paneer Matar Pulav

250 gms Basmati Rice

1 Tbsp Oil

250 gms Paneer

2 Tbsp Oil

2 Cinnamon Sticks

4 Cloves

2 Green Cardamoms

2 Bay Leaves

1 Tsp Cumin

1 Sliced Onion

1 Tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste

½ Cup Green Peas

Salt to Taste

2 Green Chillies

1 Tsp Garam Masala Powder

¼ Cup Curd

Some Coriander

Some Salt

1 Tsp Oil

Some Cashews

Steps for Paneer Matar Pulav

Wash the rice and soak for at least 20 minutes.

Heat a pan, add one tablespoon oil and sauté the Paneer till they turn golden brown and keep aside. (Note: Do not over fry as the Paneer will become dense)

In the same pan fry, bay leaves, cinnamon, cloves, cumin and green cardamoms in 2 table spoon oil.

Saute on low flame till they turn aromatic

Add thinly sliced onions, sauté till they turn light golden, add ginger garlic paste, green peas, salt and saute well.

Add half litre water, green chili slits, garam masala powder, yoghurt and coriander leaves.

When it comes to a boil add the rice and salt, gently mix everything. Simmer and cook till the rice is 90 % done. Finally add the Paneer and simmer till done. (Note : Preserve some paneer pieces for garnishing. Garnish Paneer Pulav with fried Cashew nuts, Paneer and Coriander leaves. It is ready to serve.