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Soya Chunks Paneer Pulao
70% authentic · Indian
A flavorful rice dish combining soya chunks and paneer (using cottage cheese as a substitute) with aromatic spices and dry fruits.
Ingredients
- Rice1 cup
- Soya chunks1/2 cup
- Cottage cheese100g
- Onion1 medium
- Garlic3 cloves
- Green chillies1-2
- Turmeric powder1/2 tsp
- Coriander powder1 tsp
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Cooking oil2 tbsp
- Ghee1 tbsp
- Dry fruits2 tbsp
- Water2 cups
- Lemon1/4
Steps
- 1
Rinse the rice and soak it in water for 20 minutes. Drain.
- 2
Soak soya chunks in hot water for 10-15 minutes. Squeeze out excess water and chop them roughly.
- 3
Crumble the cottage cheese.
- 4
Finely chop onion, garlic, and green chilies.
- 5
Heat cooking oil and ghee in a pot or pressure cooker over medium heat.
- 6
Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- 7
Add minced garlic and chopped green chilies, sauté for a minute.
- 8
Add turmeric powder and coriander powder. Cook for 30 seconds.
- 9
Add the soaked and drained rice, chopped soya chunks, and crumbled cottage cheese. Stir gently to coat.
- 10
Add 2 cups of water, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
- 11
Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and water is absorbed. If using a pressure cooker, cook for 1 whistle.
- 12
Let it rest for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork. Stir in the dry fruits and a squeeze of lemon juice.
- 13
Serve hot.
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