paneer pulao recipe | how to make paneer peas pulav recipe (2024)

paneer pulao recipe | how to make paneer peas pulao | paneer pulav recipewith detailed photo and video recipe. simple and perfect lunch box or dinner recipe prepared with gratedpaneer / cottage cheese, paneer cubes, long grain rice and other vegetables. this pulao recipe can be either served with choice of raita or salad, but can also be consumed with dal recipes.

paneer pulao recipe | how to make paneer peas pulao | paneer pulav recipewith step by step photo and video recipe. yet another pulao variations with the touch of paneer and other indian spices. basically it is prepared by cooking the rice separately and then mixing it up with spiced vegetables and grated paneer. paneer canadded either shredded or cubes of paneer or even combination of both.

i have prepared this pulao very similar to my previous tawa pulaoand matar pulao. however i have added paneer cubes in this recipe which gives it a unique taste and flavour. while raw paneer can also be added to this, but i would heavily recommend to pan fry the paneer cubes before mixing it with rice. moreover i have used thepaneer / cottage cheesewhich was prepared at home and made sure to make it bit hard. otherwise the paneer would loose its shape while frying and mixing it with rice. whilst homemade paneer is ideal for this recipe, you can also use store bought one too.

while preparing paneer pulao or paneer peas pulao is very easy, but some tips and variations for consideration. firstly, if you are short of time to prepare rice separately, than you can mix both rice and veggies + paneer mixture and pressure cook it. but be aware if your paneer is not fresh, than it may turn hard after pressure cooking. secondly, you can also add veggies like capsicum, broccoli and even beans and cauliflower. i have kept it simple without these veggies but you are more than welcome to improvise it. lastly, while preparing rice make sure you prepare almostcooked and not fully cooked.

finally, i would like to highlight my other pulav or pulao recipes collection from my blog. this includes, simple veg pulao, pudina pulao, dill pulao, mushroom pulao, vermicelli pulao, coconut milk pulao, coriander pulao and tomato pulao. in addition do visit my other recipes collection like,

• rice recipes collection
• breakfast recipes collection
• paratha recipes collection

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how to cook rice:

1. firstly, in a large vessel add water,bay leaf, salt and oil. oil helps to get non sticky rice.
   
2. once the water begins to boil, add 1 cup of washed and soaked basmati rice. i have soaked rice for 15 minutes.
   
3. cook the rice till they are soft and yet hold shape.
   
4. drain the rice and keep aside.
   

paneer pulao recipe:

1. firstly, in a large pan heatghee / clarified butter.
   
2. sautepaneer / cottage cheese till they turn golden brown. do not over stir as paneer will break.
   
3. take off the friedpaneer / cottage cheese and keep aside.
   
4. in the same, pan addcumin,cinnamon stick,cloves and black pepper.
   
5. saute them on low flame till they tun aromatic.
   
6. further add thinly sliced onions and saute till they change colour.
   
7. also addginger, garlic and green chilli. saute till the raw smell of ginger-garlic disappears.
   
8. now add tomato and saute till they turn soft and mushy.
   
9. add carrot and peas or any vegetables of your choice. saute well.
   
10. furthermore, addred chili powder,garam masala powderandsalt.
    
11. saute till the oil starts torelease from the tomato.
    
12. now add crumbledpaneer / cottage cheeseand mix well.
    
13. also add cooked rice and mix gently.
    
14. mix very gently without breaking rice grains. also add 4 tbsp of milk or water if the rice is dry and needs some moisture.
    
15. place the fried paneer on the prepared pulao.
    
16. also cover and simmer for 5 minutes, till the rice absorbs all the flavours.
    
17. mix well andtransfer to a serving plate.
    
18. also garnish with fried paneer pieces, coriander and crumbled paneer.
    
19. finally, serve paneer pulao with onion tomato raita.
    

notes:

• firstly, cook use basmati rice for more flavours. however, paneer pulao can also be prepared with leftover rice.
• additionally, add more green chilis to increase the spiciness.
• also never cook the panner for longer time as they turn hard and rubbery.
• instead of tomatoes, add a tbsp of curd after sauting vegetables. or squeeze lemon juice at the end.
• finally, paneer pualo taste great when prepared spicy and served hot.