Tawa is the Indian iron griddle and it has several uses. From preparing start- ers to main courses, from making rice and breads to desserts, this is a versatile kitchen equipment. TawaPulao means rice prepared on a flat iron griddle.

Prep: 20 min
Cook: 10 min
Yields: 4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 4 cups Basmati rice
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • chopped 1 tbsp ginger
  • chopped 1 green chilli
  • 1 tsp red chilli powder
  • 1 cup tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup mint leaves
  • boiled 1⁄4 cupoil
  • 1 tbsp garlic
  • chopped 3⁄4 cup onion
  • chopped 1⁄2 tsp turmeric
  • 2 tsp coriander powder Salt to taste
  • 1⁄2 cup capsicum, chopped
  • 1 cup browned onions

Method

  • In a pan, pour oil and add cumin. When it starts to crackle, add garlic, ginger, and green chilli. Saute for a minute and add onions, saute till transparent. Now add the capsicum and saute for another minute.
  • Add turmeric, red chilli powder, and coriander powder. Saute and add 2 tbsp of water so that the spices do not burn. Now add the tomatoes and saute till they wilt.
  • Now add boiled Basmati rice and mix with flat spatulas. At this time, add salt, mint leaves, and browned onions. Serve hot.