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Kashmiri Pulao, rich spiced rice with almonds and raisins, served with fresh cilantro
Spicy Kashmiri Pulao with fresh cilantro and raisins

Kashmiri Pulao with Nuts and Fruits

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Side Dishes
A gem of Kashmiri cuisine. Unlike spicy Indian dishes, this one is mild, aromatic, and slightly sweet. Basmati rice is not just a side here, but the star: cooked in milk or spiced water, and richly garnished with roasted nuts and dried fruits. The scent of cinnamon and cardamom creates an instant festive atmosphere.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 20 mins
⌛ Total Time 35 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 350 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Indian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Heavy-bottomed pot with lid

Allergen Information

⚠️ Tree Nut
⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Wash the rice gently until the water runs clear. Soak for 20 minutes, then drain.

Tip: Basmati grains are long and fragile. Washing removes surface starch, making it fluffy.
2 ✓

Fry the thinly sliced onion in fat until dark brown (but not burnt!), then remove. Fry the almonds and raisins in the same fat, then remove.

Tip: Caramelized onion (birista) provides the dish's sweet base flavor.
3 ✓

Add spices (cinnamon, cloves, cardamom) to the remaining oil. Sauté for 30 seconds.

Tip: Essential oils dissolve into the oil.
4 ✓

Add diced carrot and rice. Stir gently to coat grains in oil.

Tip: The fat coating helps prevent grains from sticking together.
5 ✓

Pour in the water, add salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes until water is absorbed.

Tip: Do not stir while cooking, or you will break the rice!
6 ✓

Remove from heat, keep covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and mix in the fried onions, almonds, raisins, and cilantro.

Tip: Resting in steam completes the tenderizing process.

Recipe FAQ

Why did the rice stick together?
You didn't wash it enough, or used too much water. Basmati rice is delicate!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Basmati Rice
  • 1 3/4 cups Water (or Milk/Water mix)
  • 2 tbsp Ghee or Olive Oil
  • 1 large Onion
  • 1 stick Cinnamon
  • 4 whole Cloves
  • 4 pods Green Cardamom (slightly crushed)
  • 1/4 cup Raisins
  • 1/4 cup Sliced Almonds
  • 1 medium Carrot
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro