Description
Tawa Pulao is a vibrant and aromatic Indian street food dish that combines fluffy basmati rice with colorful vegetables and an array of spices. With each bite, you experience a delightful medley of flavors that evoke the essence of Mumbai’s bustling food scene. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe transforms simple ingredients into a satisfying meal that will impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked basmati rice
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, bell peppers)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 ripe tomato, diced
- 2 green chilies, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 2 tbsp oil
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: ensure the rice is cooked and cooled to avoid mushiness. Chop the vegetables and set aside.
- Heat oil in a large skillet or tawa over medium heat until shimmering. Add cumin seeds and sauté until they sizzle.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- Incorporate green chilies and diced tomatoes; cook until tomatoes soften, about 2 minutes. Stir in garam masala.
- Add mixed vegetables and cook for about 3 minutes until slightly tender but still vibrant.
- Gently fold in the cooked basmati rice, mixing evenly without breaking the grains. Warm through for another 2 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander leaves.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg