Easy Tomato Pulao Recipe | South Indian Tomato Rice in Pressure Cooker

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Introduction:Tomato Pulao is a delicious one-pot rice dish made with fresh tomato puree, onions, aromatic spices, and herbs. It is mildly spicy, flavorful, and perfect for busy weekdays. This easy recipe pairs wonderfully with raita, curd, or papad.

Why We Love This Recipe

1.Easy one-pot meal

2.Tangy and flavorful

3.Perfect for lunch boxes

4.Made with simple ingredients

5.Kid-friendly and customizable

6.Ready in under 40 minutes

Ingredients

Rice

200 g basmati rice

2½ cups water

Vegetables

3 tomatoes (for puree)

1 small tomato, chopped

2 onions, thinly sliced

8–10 garlic cloves

6–8 green chilies

½ cup coriander leaves

Nuts

4–5 cashews

Whole Spices

2 bay leaves

1-inch cinnamon stick

4 cloves

2 cardamom pods

Spice Powders

1/2 tsp turmeric powder

1 tsp red chili powder

1 tsp garam masala

1 tsp coriander powder 

Tempering

1 tsp mustard seeds

1 tsp cumin seeds

Other

3 tbsp oil or ghee

Salt to taste

Method

Step 1

Wash 200 g rice thoroughly and soak for 20 minutes. Drain and keep aside.

Step 2

Blend 3 tomatoes into a smooth puree. Keep ready.

Step 3

Grind coriander leaves, garlic, green chilies, and cashews into a smooth paste.

Step 4

Heat oil or ghee in a pressure cooker.

Step 5

Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Let them splutter.

Step 6

Add bay leaves, cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom. Sauté for a few seconds.

Step 7

Add sliced onions and fry until golden.

Step 8

Add the prepared green masala paste and cook for 2–3 minutes.

Step 9

Add tomato puree and chopped tomato. Mix well.

Step 10

Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Cook until the mixture thickens and oil starts separating.

Step 11

Add soaked rice and gently mix.

Step 12

Pour 2½ cups water and stir once.

Step 13

Pressure cook for 2 whistles or cook covered until the rice is fluffy and done.

Step 14

Let the pressure release naturally. Fluff the rice gently.

Serving Suggestions

*Onion raita

*Cucumber raita

*Plain curd

*Roasted papad

*Potato chips

*Boiled egg on the side

Tips

1.Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor and color.

2.Fry cashews lightly before grinding for extra richness.

3.Add a few mint leaves for a refreshing taste.

4.Use basmati rice for fluffy pulao.

5.Let the pulao rest for 10 minutes before serving.

6.Garnish with fried cashews and coriander leaves.

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