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Beginner/30 min/Serves 4/Indian/Mild spice

Aromatic Vegetable Pulao

Basmati cooked with whole spices and vegetables until every grain is separate.

By Vegan Cook — published 1 August 2026

Time30 min
Servings4
SkillBeginner
CuisineIndian
SpiceMild
Best forLunch
Calories / serving290
AllergensNone declared

Ingredients

Serves 4.

  • 2 cupsbasmati rice, soaked
  • 1.5 cupsmixed vegetables
  • 1 tbspwhole spices
  • 1onion, sliced
  • 2 tbspoil

Cookware

  • Pot with a tight lid

Method

Read each step end-to-end before starting.

  1. 01

    Temper

    Heat the oil, add the whole spices and the onion and cook until translucent.

  2. 02

    Toast

    Add the vegetables and drained rice and stir gently for two minutes.

  3. 03

    Steam

    Pour in three cups of water, cover and cook on low until the rice is tender, then rest and fluff.

Allergen profile

Every recipe here is fully plant-based. Cross-contamination risk depends on your kitchen — check all packaging.

Free from
SulphitePeanutSoyGlutenTree Nuts
Contains
No declared allergens.