Ingredients:
- Mushrooms (white button)- diced 1/4-1/2 lb
- Onion – 1 medium chopped
- Tomatoes – 1 medium chopped
- Ginger garlic paste – 1 tsp
- Green chillies – 1 slit
- Chilli powder – 1/2 tsp
- Coriander powder – 1/2 tsp
- Turmeric powder – a pinch
- Salt – to taste
- Oil – 3 tbsp
- Coriander leaves – 1 tbsp
- Garam masala items – saunf – 1/4 tsp, cinnamon stick – 1, bay leaf – 1, cloves – 2 or substitute with 1/4 tsp garam masala powder
- Rice (basmati) – 2 cups
Method:
In a pressure pan/cooker, heat oil and add the garam masala items. Then, add the onions, saute for a while. Then, add the green chillies and ginger garlic paste and saute. Then add the chilli, coriander,turmeric powders,salt and tomatoes and mix well. Add a little water. Then, add in the diced mushrooms and fry for a while. When the mushroom is half done, add in the rice and mix well. To this add, 3.5 cups of water and bring to a boil. Then pressure cook for 2 whistles on medium heat (so that the rice doesnt get burnt and stick to the bottom of the cooker). Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot.
Miscellaneous:
- Tips: Make sure not to overcook the rice. Be sure to add the right amount of water depending on the rice you use. Serve with chips and raita.
- Serves 4-5
- Cooking Time: 20 min
- Cuisine: Indian
