Spiced Cabbage Rice (Patta Gobhi Pulao) Recipe
Description:
Spiced Cabbage Rice is a nutritious and flavorful dish that combines the goodness of cabbage with aromatic spices such as curry leaves and coriander. This versatile recipe allows you to experiment with additional vegetables of your choice, making it a healthy and hearty option for lunch. Packed with essential nutrients, this dish can also be easily packed into lunchboxes, making it a perfect choice for a wholesome meal on the go.
Cuisine: Indian
Course: Lunch
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Rice | 2 cups |
| Cabbage (finely chopped) | 2 cups |
| Soy chunks | 1/2 cup, soaked in water |
| Cumin seeds | 1 tsp |
| Bay leaves | 2 leaves |
| Cinnamon stick | 1 inch |
| Cloves | 1 |
| Turmeric powder | 1 tsp |
| Red chili powder | 1 tsp |
| Black pepper powder | 1 tsp |
| Onion (finely chopped) | 1 medium |
| Ginger (grated) | 1 inch |
| Garlic (finely chopped) | 1 clove |
| Green chilies (finely chopped) | 2 |
| Fresh coriander (chopped) | 4 sprigs |
| Ghee (clarified butter) | 1 tbsp |
| Oil | As needed |
| Salt | To taste |
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Instructions:
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Prepare the Spices and Vegetables:
- Heat ghee in a large pan or wok. Once hot, add cumin seeds, bay leaves, cinnamon stick, and cloves. Let them splutter for about 30 seconds, releasing their flavors.
- Add chopped onions, grated ginger, chopped garlic, and green chilies to the pan. Sauté until the onions turn soft and translucent.
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Cook the Cabbage and Soy Chunks:
- Once the onions are soft, add the finely chopped cabbage and soaked soy chunks. Stir well to combine, and cook until the cabbage softens, about 5-7 minutes.
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Add the Spices:
- Sprinkle turmeric powder, red chili powder, and black pepper powder into the mixture. Stir everything together, allowing the spices to blend into the cabbage mixture.
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Cook the Rice:
- Add the cooked rice into the pan along with fresh coriander and salt to taste. Gently mix everything together to ensure the spices and cabbage are evenly distributed throughout the rice.
- Drizzle a bit more ghee on top and cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine and the rice to heat through.
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Serve:
- Serve the Spiced Cabbage Rice hot, garnished with additional fresh coriander if desired.
- It pairs wonderfully with a side of tempered yogurt (raita) and crispy papad, making it a satisfying meal for lunch.
Enjoy this nutrient-packed, flavorful Spiced Cabbage Rice as part of your balanced, healthy meals!
