Zafrani Pulav

Directions

• Step 1 :

  Wash the rice thoroughly & soak for about 30-45 minutes.

• Step 2 :

  In a small bowl take lukewarm milk, add saffron strands, stir it well & keep it aside.

• Step 3 :

  Heat a pan , add 1 TBSP ghee.

• Step 4 :

  Add all dry fruits into the pan, roast for about 30-35 seconds & keep it aside.

• Step 5 :

  Heat another pan, add 1 TBSP ghee.

• Step 6 :

  Add cumin seeds and let it splutter.

• Step 7 :

  Add green cardamom, cinnamon, bay leaf into the pan & saute for a few seconds.

• Step 8 :

  Add soaked rice and gently stir for 2-3 minutes on high flame.

• Step 9 :

  Add 2-1/2 cup water into the pan and let the rice cook for 4-5 minutes until water is reduced.

• Step 10 :

  Now add roasted dry fruits, saffron milk & gently mix it with the rice.

• Step 11 :

  Add salt to taste.

• Step 12 :

  Let the rice cook for another 5-6 minutes until rice grains are tender and there is no water.

• Step 13 :

  Rice is ready to serve.