Kabuli Chana/Chickpeas Pulao - One Pot Delight

 Kabuli Chana Pulao is a vegetarian rice dish, made with white chana, rice and spices. Its a nutritious and comforting dish for a busy day.

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Ingredients:

Method:

1. Cook the chana :
• Cook the soaked chana in a pressure cooker until soft . 
• Drain the water and keep chana aside.
2. Sauté :
• Take a pan and heat ghee in it. Add all whole spices like bay leaves, cumin , cloves, cinnamon ,green elaichi and fry till golden color.
•  Sauté onions, ginger paste ,garlic paste to the heated ghee.
3. Masala base:
• Take green chillies and tomatoes and add in the same pan. Cook until they are soft. 
• Add dhaniya  powder, haldi, red chilli powder . 
• Cook all this mixture until the oil separates from the masala.
4. Add chana:
• Mix in the cooked chana and let it cook in the masala for 2–3 minutes.
5. Cook the rice:
• Add the soaked rice and stir everything together. Add water cover and cook over medium heat until the rice is fluffy and soft .
6. Finishing:
• Sprinkle garam masala at the top . 
• Decorate with fresh coriander leaves garnish, the greens look beautiful.

Serving Suggestions:

• For a refreshing contrast, pair with cucumber raita or boondi raita.
• For a traditional touch, serve with papad and pickles .

Conclusion:

Kabuli Chana Pulao is a dish that proves that healthy food can also be irresistibly delicious. With protein-rich chana , fragrant rice and aromatic spices, it's a hearty meal that satisfies both the heart and stomach. Whether you're cooking for family, guests or just yourself, its a perfect rice dish.