Soya Pulao

Ingredients list for Soya Pulao

• 1 1/2 cups Soya Nuggets soaked
• 1 1/4 cups Basmati rice soaked
• to taste Salt
• 2 tablespoons Oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Red chilli powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Ginger grated
• 1/4 teaspoon Garam masala powder
• 1 medium Tomato finely chopped
• 1/2 cup Green peas
• 1 1/2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves finely chopped

Method

1. Mix together soya nuggets, 1 cup water and salt in a bowl and cook in the microwave for 2-3 minutes. Heat oil in a pressure cooker, add cumin seeds and sauté till light brown.
2. Drain and add basmati rice and mix. Add turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder, ginger, garam masala powder and mix well. Add soya nuggets, tomato, salt, green peas, coriander leaves and mix.
3. Add 2½ cups water and mix well. Cover the cooker and cook till 2-3 whistles are given out. Reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes.Open the cooker when pressure reduces completely and serve hot.