Cauliflower rice pulao with mixed vegetables
This dish has the essence of traditional pulao, while embracing a low-carb twist. The cauliflower rice, infused with aromatic spices and mixed vegetables, is a guilt-free yet delicious meal option.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20-25 minutes
Serves: 1
Ingredients
- Cauliflower florets, (150g) grated or processed into rice-like texture
- Carrot, (20g) finely chopped
- Green beans, (20g) finely chopped
- Peas (fresh or frozen), (20g)
- Onion, (20g) finely chopped
- 1 small green chilli, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
- Ginger paste, ½ tsp
- Garlic paste, ½ tsp
- Cumin seeds, ½ tsp
- Garam masala, ½ tsp
- Turmeric powder, ¼ tsp
- Cumin powder, ¼ tsp
- Coriander powder, ¼ tsp
- Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
Method
- In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in ginger paste and garlic paste. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.
- Add chopped carrot, green beans, and peas. Cook for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are slightly tender.
- Add turmeric, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well.
- Add grated cauliflower and sauté for 3-4 minutes, allowing flavours to blend and cauliflower to cook slightly.
- Cover the pan and let the pulao cook on low heat for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves before serving.
Nutritional information
Per serving:
Calories - 120 kcal
Carbs - 15g
Proteins - 5g
Fats - 5g
Fibre - 5g
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