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South Indian Vegetable Pulao
A fragrant and colorful South Indian-style vegetable pulao cooked with basmati rice, whole spices, and a medley of fresh vegetables. Perfect for lunch boxes and pairs well with potato roast or ennai kathirikai.
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Critical Success Points
- • Soaking and draining the rice properly
- • Tempering the whole spices in ghee and oil
- • Cooking the rice with correct water-to-rice ratio and not opening the lid frequently
Safety Warnings
- • Be careful when frying spices and cashews in hot oil to avoid splattering.
- • Handle the knife carefully when chopping vegetables.
- • Pot and lid will be hot after cooking; use oven mitts.
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