Paneer and Moong Bean Pulao
This Paneer and Moong Bean pulao is a delicious, aromatic, and flavorful South Indian-inspired rice dish. Made with paneer, moong beans, and a blend of spices, this biryani is a great source of protein and fiber, and it is also gluten-free and vegetarian, making it a versatile option for many dietary preferences. However, people with dairy and nut allergies should avoid this dish.
Allergen Information: Contains Dairy
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
170 kcal
Protein
7 g
Carbs
25 g
Fat
5 g
Fiber
3 g
Ingredients
Moong beans
0.25 Cup (25g)
Chopped Onion
0.5 medium cup (75g)
Chopped Tomato
1 small cup (100g)
Ginger Paste
1 tsp (5g)
Garlic paste
1 tsp (5g)
Cumin seeds
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Coriander Powder
1 tsp (2g)
Red chilli Powder
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Garam Masala
1 tsp (3g)
Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tbsp (5g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Rice, raw, milled
50 gms (50g)
Turmeric powder
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Chopped Green Chilli
2 tsp (4g)
Paneer Homemade (Toned milk)
100 gms (100g)
Instructions
Preparation
-Soak Moong Bean Overnight.
Cooking Steps
Rinse the rice and moong beans in water and soak them in water for 30 minutes.
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and coriander seeds and let them splutter.
Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
Add chopped tomatoes, green chili, turmeric powder, garam masala, red chili powder, and salt. Stir well.
Add paneer cubes and soaked moong beans. Mix well.
Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pan. Gently mix everything together.
Add 2 cups of water and bring it to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let it cook for 15-20 minutes until the rice and moong beans are cooked and all the water has been absorbed.
Turn off the heat and let the biryani sit for 5-10 minutes.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Yash Lata Chauhan
"Tried this earlier today, and I am genuinely impressed by how tasty this Paneer and Moong Bean Pulao was. Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! Will definitely keep this in my regular rotation."
Yash Nath Patel
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and I loved how light yet filling this Paneer and Moong Bean Pulao turned out to be. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"
Gouri Vardhan Srivastava
"Including this in my weekly meal plan, and it turned out so flavorful without using excessive oil. The clean ingredients made a noticeable difference in overall freshness. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"
Arjun Kumari Rathore
"Following this recipe for 2 weeks now, and this health-focused Paneer and Moong Bean Pulao blew me away with its authentic flavor. The clean ingredients made a noticeable difference in overall freshness. Super satisfied with the overall taste and nutritional value."