Simple Andhra Pulao Rice

Andhra Pulao Rice has simple masala's and very easy to make. It's normally served with Chicken/Mutton Curry or any rich veg curry.

This pulao is a staple in Andhra weddings and any big functions.

Preparation Time: 10 minutes 

Cook Time: 25 minutes 

Serves : 5-6

Ingredients:

Basmati Rice: 2 cups 

Onion: 1 large sliced finely 

Green chilies: 8 slit 

Ginger garlic paste: 1 tablespoon 

Cilantro/Coriander leaves: Small bunch (1/2 cup chopped)

Mint /Pudina: 7-8 sprigs (1/4 cup chopped)

Coriander powder: 1teaspoon 

Water : 3 cups

Ghee : 3 tablespoons

For Tempering:

Cloves /Laung: 4

Green cardamom/Elachi: 4

Cinnamon: 2" stick 

Star anise: 1 flower

Mace : 1

Ground Nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon 

Bay leaf: 1

Marathi Mogga : 1

Method:

Wash and soak rice for 30-40 minutes.

Heat ghee in a large pan, add all ingredients listed for tempering and fry them for 1 minute.

Add onion and fry for 2 minutes, add green chilies and sauté till the onions are translucent.

Add ginger garlic paste and fry for 1 minute. Add the cilantro and mint leaves and fry for 1 minute. Add coriander powder and water and bring it to a boil. 

Add drained rice and bring it to a boil again. Simmer the stove, close lid and cook for 10 minutes until rice is done. 

Serve hot with any masala curry and raita.