Make This Quick & Easy Veg Tawa Pulao For A Nutritious, Fulfilling Meal

What You Need

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Step 1

[{"selector":"#anim-3ad7b8a0-2abe-4a65-9dfa-e6131c392956 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Soak basmati rice in water for 30 minutes. Drain and keep aside. Credits: Canva

Step 2

[{"selector":"#anim-bec9066f-350c-4c16-9f60-b2f0337500e5 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Heat oil/ghee in a tawa or griddle. Add cumin seeds and let them crackle. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown. Credits: Canva

Step 3

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Step 4

[{"selector":"#anim-a081d604-ceb1-4277-8bf7-e48cf822a1dc [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Credits: Canva Add the soaked and drained rice to the tawa. Mix well, ensuring the rice is coated with the masala.

Step 5

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Step 6

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Step 7

[{"selector":"#anim-a699e614-f80d-4974-8e31-5c8c257c20c6 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Transfer the Tawa Pulao to a serving dish. Garnish with fried onions, cashews, or raisins (optional). Serve hot. Credits: Canva

[{"selector":"#anim-7933406d-3aa3-43bb-aa88-2a4eb4e96fda [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Enjoy your delicious Tawa Pulao! Credits: Canva