Instant Pot® Pudina Pulao (Mint Rice)

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This is probably one of the most flavorful rice recipes you can make in just a few minutes. It's a spicy mint rice recipe that is hearty and filling as a vegetarian dish. Serve this as a side dish, or you can also take it in a lunch box and have a delicious midday meal! It is also lovely with plain or Greek yogurt.

Submitted by Anonymous
Updated on January 7, 2022
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chiles

  • 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint leaves

  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced

  • 2 ½ tablespoons water

  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut

  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro

  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds

  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 whole cloves

  • 2 cardamom pod

  • 1 star anise

  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1 small bay leaf, torn into pieces

  • 1 onion, diced

  • ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric

  • ¼ teaspoon red chile powder

  • 4 small Yukon Gold potatoes, sliced into rounds, then halved (skin on)

  • 1 tomato, diced

  • ½ cup frozen peas

  • 1 cup basmati rice

  • 1 ¼ cups water

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. Combine green chiles, mint leaves, garlic, 2 1/2 tablespoons water, shredded coconut, cilantro, cumin seeds, and ginger in a mortar; grind with a pestle into a paste.

  2. Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add olive oil and heat until warm. Add cloves, cardamom pods, star anise, bay leaf, and cinnamon. Saute until spices are fragrant, 4 to 5 minutes. Add mint paste, onion, turmeric, and red chile powder and cook for 2 minutes longer.

  3. Mix in potatoes, tomatoes, and peas. Stir in basmati rice and saute for 1 minute longer. Pour in 1 1/4 cups water and salt. Scrape up any browned bits on the bottom of the pot and let warm 1 minute longer.

  4. Turn off Saute mode. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 6 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

  5. Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes.

Cook's Note:

Flat-leaf parsley may be used in place of cilantro, and long-grain rice may be used instead of basmati, if preferred.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

353 Calories
10g Fat
62g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 353
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g 12%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 489mg 21%
Total Carbohydrate 62g 23%
Dietary Fiber 4g 15%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 7g 14%
Vitamin C 28mg 31%
Calcium 39mg 3%
Iron 2mg 8%
Potassium 240mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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