Paneer Pudina Rice

Paneer Pudina Rice

This one is NOT a variant of pudina rice  . Made this yesterday and got a “woww” from hubby dear and also from a sweet friend of mine  . For this one basically pound pudina leaves into half-paste ,half -leafy texture . Do not grind them. I mean to say we should be able to distinguish the leaves of  pudina after the rice is cooked . The spices give this dish a unique flavor. The combination of pudina and paneer though new ,came out awesome   Here is the recipe

INGREDIENTS :-

Paneer cubes :- I actually used paneer made at home (a cup)

Pudina leaves :- leaves  separated from a bunch washed well

Garlic :- crushed 3-4 cloves

Olive oil :- 2-3 teaspoons

Garam masala :- literally a pinch (this should not dominate the delicate flavors of the other ingredients)

Turmeric :- a pinch

Salt :- as required

Green chillies :- 3-4 (adjust)

Kothimeera/Coriander :- a bunch

Rice 3 cups washed well.

METHOD :-

1. In  a pressure pan, heat oil add crushed garlic cloves and allow them to fry.
2. Add paneer pieces and fry them until slight brown.
3. Meanwhile take a stone grinder and pound pudina leaves . Need not make them a paste. The leaves as I said should be visible.
4. Make a paste of green chillies and coriander and add them to paneer pieces. Add pound pudina leaves to the paneer.
5. Add washed rice and 4-5 cups of water.
6. Add turmeric,salt,garam masala and mix well.
7. Pressure cook it for 3 whistles and its done !!!