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How to Make Instant Pot® Pudina Pulao (Mint Rice) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mint rice or Pudina Pulao is a flavorful and aromatic Indian rice dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of fresh mint leaves, fragrant spices, and fluffy basmati rice makes this dish a delicious and refreshing addition to any meal. And with the help of an Instant Pot, you can have this delightful dish on the table in no time.

One of the best things about this Instant Pot Pudina Pulao recipe is that it is so easy to make. The Instant Pot takes all the guesswork out of ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chiles
  • 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 2 ½ tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 whole cloves
  • 2 cardamom pod
  • 1 star anise
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 small bay leaf, torn into pieces
  • 1 onion, diced
  • ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ¼ teaspoon red chile powder
  • 4 small Yukon Gold potatoes, sliced into rounds, then halved (skin on)
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • ½ cup frozen peas
  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 1 ¼ cups water
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Combine green chiles, mint leaves, garlic, 2 1/2 tablespoons water, shredded coconut, cilantro, cumin seeds, and ginger in a mortar; grind with a pestle into a paste.
  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add olive oil and heat until warm. Add cloves, cardamom pods, star anise, bay leaf, and cinnamon. Saute until spices are fragrant, 4 to 5 minutes. Add mint paste, onion, turmeric, and red chile powder and cook for 2 minutes longer.
  • Mix in potatoes, tomatoes, and peas. Stir in basmati rice and saute for 1 minute longer. Pour in 1 1/4 cups water and salt. Scrape up any browned bits on the bottom of the pot and let warm 1 minute longer.
  • Turn off Saute mode. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 6 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes.

    • Nutrition

    353 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Sodium: 489mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 62g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 28mg
    • Calcium: 39mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 240mg

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