Ingredients:
  • Rice-1 Cup
  • Fenugreek Leaves (Methi)-1 Cup
  • Tomato-3-Small
  • Green Chili-2
  • Garlic-3 Cloves
  • Oil-1 tbsp
  • Cumin Seeds-1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder-1/2 tsp
  • Red Chili Powder-1/4 tsp (Optional)
  • Salt-To Taste
  • Water-2 Cups
  • Paneer Cubes-1/4 Cup-For Garnishing

Recipe:

Peel and wash garlic. Wash green chilies and tomatoes.



Take tomatoes, green chilies and garlic in a blender. Blend until pureed. Keep aside.



Clean and wash methi leaves. Chop them finely. Keep aside.



Wash rice 3-4 times in clean water. Keep aside.



Heat oil in a pressure cooker on medium flame.



Add cumin seeds and let them fry for few seconds.



Add tomato-green chili-garlic paste. Mix well.



Add methi, turmeric powder and salt. Add red chili powder if required. Mix well.



Cover the cooker. Cook for 8-9 minutes. Stir occasionally.



Add rice and 2 cups of water. Mix well.



Turn the gas to high flame. Close the lid of pressure cooker. Cook till 2 whistles come. Turn off the gas. Let the cooker cool. Methi Pulao is ready.



Garnish with raw/fried paneer cubes. Serve hot with yogurt or raita. Enjoy!!!