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INSTANT POT MATAR PULAO recipe, served and ready to eat, easy homemade dinner
Yesica Andrews

Instant Pot Matar Pulao Pea Pulao Comforting Perfect Meal

This Instant Pot Matar Pulao Pea Pulao is a mild and comforting Indian rice recipe, perfect for an easy dinner or a weeknight family meal. The blend of caramelized onions, fragrant spices, and sweet peas come together beautifully in this pressure cooker rice dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup basmati rice soaked for 15-30 minutes
  • 3 tablespoons oil of choice
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 3 green cardamom pods
  • 2 whole cloves
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ½ cinnamon stick
  • ½ onion diced
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen green peas
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Rinse and soak the basmati rice in cold water for 15-30 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  2. Turn on the Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat the oil for about a minute.
  3. Add cumin seeds and wait until they start to toast slightly, then toss in the cardamom pods, cloves, bay leaf, and cinnamon stick. Stir quickly to combine.
  4. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion turns golden brown, about 6 to 7 minutes.
  5. Mix in the soaked rice, peas, measured water, and salt, making sure everything is evenly combined.
  6. Seal the Instant Pot lid and set the pressure valve to the sealing position. Cook on high pressure for 6 minutes.
  7. Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then carefully open the valve to release any remaining pressure.
  8. Gently fluff the pulao with a fork and serve warm.

Notes

  • For best results, soak the basmati rice before cooking and allow natural pressure release to enhance the flavors. You can use fresh or frozen peas depending on availability. This dish pairs well with simple raita or a side of curry.