Tawa Pulao is a rice pilaf prepared on a big flat cast iron pan. Hence, the name. This recipe was created on the streets of Mumbai. Now, we all know pav bhaji needs no introduction. And this delicious pulao is created with Pav Bhaji’s s special masala.
What is Tawa Pulao?
This vegetarian pulao/ pilaf recipe is made using a mix of vegetables, cooked rice, and bhaji pav spice mix. This spice mix is available online and at any Indian store. Cooked in a generous amount of butter, this pulao is traditionally made on a Tawa. Tawa is a large flat cast iron pan, hence the name. I like to cook mixed vegetables with spices so they absorb all the flavors beautifully. At the end cooked rice is added to the prepared masala, mixed well and garnished with lots of cilantro, and finished with a squeeze of lime juice.
Can we make this recipe Vegan?
Yes, absolutely. I use a mix of peanut oil and butter for this recipe. I highly recommend swapping the butter with vegan butter. The luscious buttery taste of this pulao makes it absolutely scrumptious.
Ingredients to Make Tawa Pulao
Cooked Rice - The best pulao happens when perfectly fluffed rice is mixed into a delicious masala, tossed gently, and let absorb all the flavors. We will be using Long-Grained Basmati Rice for this recipe. Cooked rice ensures, that your pulao turns out fluffy instead of mushy. Vegetables - We make a delicious masala with onions, garlic, and tomatoes tossed in oil and cooked with spices. Then we add our vegetables like green bell pepper, carrots, potatoes, and green peas. These vegetables are then simmered in this masala until cooked. This way, the vegetables absorb the flavors of the spices and make this rice so scrumptious.
Aromatics - Minced garlic and finely chopped green chilies hit the spice and flavors perfectly in this rice recipe. The garlic adds a delicious buttery and nutty flavor to the pulao with a kick. Spices - I like to only use pav bhaji masala, red chili powder, and salt for this recipe Garnishes - Cilantro is your best friend to garnish this recipe, and if you want to take it up a notch, you can also garnish it with some freshly grated paneer.
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