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Chana Pulao Made In Mealthy Multipot

Chana Pulao or Chole Pulao- an easy rice made with chickpeas in Mealthy. Gluten-free. Vegan options included. Lunchbox friendly recipe.
Prep Time8 hours 20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Resting Time12 minutes
Total Time8 hours 47 minutes
Course: entree
Cuisine: North Indian
Servings: 3

Equipment

  • Mealthy Multipot

Ingredients

  • 1.5 tbsp Ghee or Oil
  • 1 Bay leaf
  • 2 cloves
  • 1/2 inch Cinnamon stick
  • 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds
  • 1/2 c Finely chopped onions
  • 1 tbsp Ginger garlic paste
  • 1.25 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 3/4 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder Add up to 1/2 tsp more for a spicier pulao.
  • 1 tsp Pav Bhaji Masala I have used MDH Pav Bhaji masala here,
  • 1/2 c Chickpeas
  • 2 tsp Crushed Kasuri Methi
  • 1 c Basmati rice
  • 2 c Water

Instructions

  • Soak the chickpeas for 8 hours in 3 c water.
  • When the chickpeas are hydrated, wash the basmati rice thoroughly.
  • Soak the washed rice in 2 c water for 15 mins.
  • Turn on Saute mode in Mealthy. Set timer for 10 mins.
  • Add ghee to the pot.
  • Once ghee is hot, add all the whole spices.
  • Wait for the spices to pop and crackle.
  • When done, add chopped onions and ginger garlic paste. Add salt.
  • Mix well and saute till onions turn pink and soft. Takes 2 mins.
  • Once done, add all the spice powder, mix well and saute for 30 secs.
  • Drain the chickpeas thoroughly.
  • Add the chickpeas to the pot and mix well.
  • Now add crushed Kasuri Methi and mix well.
  • Drain the soaked rice. Add the rice to the pot along with 2 c water.
  • Switch off the saute mode.
  • Close the Mealthy with the lid and turn the pressure valve to Sealing.
  • Switch on the Pressure cook mode at low pressure. Set timer for 3 mins.
  • When cooking has completed, wait for pressure to fall on its own. You can see the red knob on the lid fall down when the pressure has released. This takes 10 mins approximately. This is what we call as releasing pressure naturally in Mealthy.
  • When done, switch off. Open the lip and fluff the pulao with a fork.
  • Serve with any Raita of your choice.

Notes

Chickpeas may take longer to cook if they are old or not soaked for minimum 8 hours. 
If you are doubtful about the chickpeas cooking well, then i suggest pressure cooking the chickpeas and then adding it along with the soaked rice.

For Instant Pot & Air Fryer Recipes

Instant Pot timings may vary based on your geographic location. Air fryer settings and timings may vary based on the capacity and the model of the Air fryer.

Disclaimer

Nutrition values are provided here as a courtesy and are only a rough guide. Please consult a health care provider if you have any concerns.

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