Tomato Pulao

**Ingredients: **

• Onion - 1 big sliced

• Tomatoes - 3 medium chopped

• Ginger garlic paste - 1 tsp

• Green chillies - 1 slit

• Chilli powder - 1/2 tsp

• Coriander powder - 1/2 tsp

• Turmeric powder - a pinch

• Salt - to taste

• Oil - 3 tbsp

• Coriander leaves - 1 tbsp

• Garam masala items - saunf - 1/4 tsp, cinnamon stick - 1, bay leaf - 1, cloves - 2 or substitute with 1/4 tsp garam masala powder

• Rice (basmati) - 2 cups

• Mint leaves (optional) - a few

Method:

In a pressure pan/cooker, heat oil and add the garam masala items. Then, add the mint leaves, onions, saute for a while. Then, add the green chillies and ginger garlic paste and saute. Then add the chilli, coriander,turmeric powders,salt and tomatoes and mix well. Add a little water. Then, add in the rice and mix well. To this add, 3.5 cups of water and bring to a boil. Then pressure cook for 1-2 whistles on medium heat (so that the rice doesn't get burnt and stick to the bottom of the cooker). Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot.

Miscellaneous:

• Tips: Make sure not to overcook the rice. Be sure to add the right amount of water depending on the rice you use. Serve with chips.

• Serves 4-5

• Cooking Time: 20 min

• Cuisine: Indian