Vegan Tawa Pulao
Discover the vibrant and flavorful world of Vegan Tawa Pulao—a quick and wholesome Indian street food-inspired rice dish packed with fresh vegetables and aromatic spices. This one-pan recipe features perfectly cooked basmati rice tossed with sautéed onion, bell pepper, carrots, peas, and a medley of bold seasonings like pav bhaji masala and red chili powder, delivering rich, smoky flavors. With its zesty touch of lemon juice and fresh cilantro garnish, this recipe is both vegan and irresistibly delicious. Ready in just 40 minutes, Vegan Tawa Pulao is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or an impressive addition to any gathering. Serve it hot with a side of vegan raita or pickled onions for a complete experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Basmati rice
- 3 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Oil
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium Tomatoes, finely chopped
- 1 small Green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup Green peas (fresh or frozen)
- 1 small Carrot, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Ginger-garlic paste
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Pav bhaji masala
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, finely chopped
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice under running water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice using 3 cups of water. Once cooked, allow it to cool completely and set it aside.
Heat oil on a tawa (flat griddle) or in a large pan over medium heat.
Add cumin seeds to the hot oil and let them splutter for a few seconds.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until it turns golden brown.
Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute until the raw aroma disappears.
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy, about 4-5 minutes.
Toss in the chopped carrot, green peas, and green bell pepper. Stir-fry the vegetables for about 5 minutes until they are tender but still retain a slight crunch.
Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, pav bhaji masala, and salt. Mix well to coat the vegetables in the spices.
Gently fold in the cooked and cooled rice with the vegetable mixture, ensuring everything is well combined.
Sprinkle lemon juice over the pulao and mix lightly.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve hot. Enjoy your flavorful Vegan Tawa Pulao!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
870 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.0 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2093 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.2 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.4 g | ||
| Protein | 18.3 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 238 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1492 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
