Chicken Pulao

This dish is one of my go-to comfort meals. It’s quick and easy, sure to become a family favorite. You can also pair it with yogurt if you like.Serves 4 people. Ingredientsoil of choice6 chicken thighs on the bone2 bay leaves1 cinnamon stick4 green cardamom pods4 cloves10 black peppercorns1 tsp cumin seeds1 tsp fennel seeds4 onions, roughy chopped1 tsp salt½ … Read More

Mum’s Onion and Peas Pulao

This is sadly the last ‘cook with mum’ recipe that I will be sharing for a while! This is a simple recipe to be enjoyed on it’s own or served with your favourite curry.Serves 6. Ingredientsoil of choice1 brown onion, thinly sliced1 tsp cumin seeds1 black/green cardamom 1 ½ cup of rice, rinsed twice1 cup frozen peas1 tsp salt½ tsp … Read More

One-pot Roast Chicken Pulao

If you’re craving a dish that’s bursting with flavour, then you’re in luck. My recipe is packed with aromatic spices and tender chicken pieces, making it the perfect comfort food for any occasion.Serves 4 people. Ingredientsoil of choice1 tsp ground cinnamon1 tsp ground cumin1 tsp ground coriandersalt½ chilli powder juice ½ lemonsmall handful curry leaveswhole chicken2 lemon wedges2 brown onions, … Read More

Prawn and Pepper Pulao

This delicious meal is very easy and ready in less than 30 minutes! Perfect for the whole family. Ingredientssunflower/rapeseed/vegetable oil2 red onions, thinly sliced1 red bell pepper, finely chopped300g long grain rice, rinsed1 tsp ground cumin1 tsp chilli flakes2 tsp deggi murch spice blend1.5 tsp salt180g raw king prawnsa small handful of fresh coriander leaves, finely chopped Method– Add tbsp … Read More

Chickpea and Paneer Pulao

This delicious meal is very easy and ready in less than 30 minutes! Perfect for the whole family. Ingredientssunflower/rapeseed/vegetable oil2 medium onions, roughly chopped 1 tsp cumin seeds1 tsp black mustard seedsa small handful of fresh curry leaves5 garlic cloves, grated2 green chillies, finely chopped2 medium tomatoes, roughly chopped300g basmati rice400g chickpeas225g paneer1 tsp ground cumin1 tsp chilli powder1 tsp … Read More

Chetna's Spinach-&-onion-pulao

Spinach & Onion Pulao

This spinach & onion pulao is a light and quick dinner from my 30 Minute Indian recipe book that doesn’t need a side with it – just some pickles and yoghurt, or perhaps some dhal or potato sabji. Ingredients2 medium onions, thinly sliced2-3 tbsp sunflower oil1 tbsp fennel seeds4-5 cloves4-5 black peppercorns3 cloves garlic, grated1 tsp salt1 tsp chilli powder200g … Read More

Chetna's Jeera-chicken-&-pulao

Jeera Chicken & Pulao

Make this cumin and black pepper chicken sabji with onion pulao in just 30 minutes. Simplicity at its best! Ingredients2-3 tbsp sunflower oil3 red onions, thinly slicedHeaped tsp cumin seeds1 tsp salt½ tsp chilli powder1 tsp turmeric1 tsp garam masala½ tsp black pepper1 tsp ground cumin5 boneless and skinless chicken thighs, cut into bitesize piecesBunch fresh coriander Method– Start by … Read More

Chickpea Paneer Egg Sabji

This makes a delicious quick meal that we all love. It’s really versatile – you can serve it as a sabji (which means vegetable dish) with rotis, naan or chapatis, or as a pulao to use up leftover rice. Eat it on its own as a supper, or as a delicious addition to a family picnic, or even for children’s … Read More