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Matar Paneer Pulao | Peas Paneer Pulao Recipe

Published: Feb 3, 2022 · Modified: Nov 23, 2022 by Motions and Emotions

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Matar Paneer Pulao or Peas Paneer Pulao is an easy to prepare rice dish cooked with green peas, fried paneer cubes and flavored with spices. This rice dish can be served with raita and is a great lunchbox idea.

Matar Paneer Pulao in a bowl

If you are following my blog, you know how much I like this kind of easy and quick rice meal. We can't call this a one-pot meal in the literal sense, but it's close. I pack this matar paneer pulao to my daughter's lunchbox and she really enjoys this meal. If you haven't tried this delectable rice meal yet, follow this step-by-step guide and thank me later! You can also cook this pulao in rice cooker or Instant Pot.

Ingredients require to cook Matar Paneer Pulao

Here are the list of ingredients to cook this Pulao

Rice: Normally, I cook pulao with long grain fragrant rice (basmati). You can use any other rice of your choice. However, the taste will vary.

Paneer: Paneer or Indian Cottage Cheese is the primary ingredient of this pulao.

Peas: Another important ingredient of this matar paneer pulao is green peas aka matar. If you are using fresh peas in the pulao, then add them when onions are translucent and cook them along with rice. However, if you are using frozen peas then add them when rice is done 70-80% because frozen peas are already flash-steamed before they are frozen.

Matar Paneer Pulao in a bowl; top view

Onion: Use finely chopped onions in the pulao.

Ginger Paste: It gives a nice flavor and aroma to the pulao.

Dry Spices: I used coriander and cumin powder for this recipe. You can also use garam masala powder to make this more flavorful.

Whole Spices: Bay leaf, cinnamon, cardamom and clove provide aroma to the pulao.

Cashew nuts: I have used few cashew nuts in this pulao. You can dry roast them or just fry thhem in little ghee as I did.

Ghee/Oil: We cannot think our pulao without ghee. However, I have used it mindfully. Also, I have used oil to fry the onions and paneer.

Step-by-step guide to prepare Matar Paneer Pulao

If you are using fresh green peas, then start the preparation by removing the peas from the pod. You can do this ahead and use it when required.

You can use homemade paneer to prepare this pulao. Check this link How to make Paneer. If you are using store bought paneer, I would recommend to warm up water and immerse the paneer for few minutes. This makes the paneer block softer. However, avoid soaking it for longer time.

Wash and soak the rice for 20 minutes. Heat 1 tablespoon of ghee and roast the cashew nuts and keep them aside. After that, heat 2 tablespoons of oil and sauté the paneer cubes with a pinch of salt. Set things aside for now.

Add the bay leaf, clove, cardamom, and cinnamon to the remaining oil and heat it up. Add the chopped onion and sauté till transparent once the oil has become aromatic.

Next stir in the ginger paste thoroughly. After that, stir in the coriander and cumin powders thoroughly. Toss in the soaked rice and toss well to coat it with the spices. Add the fried paneer cubes to the rice at this point. Pour in the desired amount of water (normally double the amount of rice).

Step-by-step guide of matar paneer pulao

At this stage, taste the salt and allow it to cook by covering it with a lid. . Add the frozen green peas to the rice when it's 70-80% done. Open the cover, add a spoonful of ghee, and let the remaining water to evaporate. Turn off the heat and set aside for 10 minutes. Serve it hot with raita or your favorite side dish.

Can I make the vegan version of this pulao?

Yes you can prepare the vegan version of this pulao. Replace paneer with tofu and make matar tofu pulao. Use a vegan alternative of ghee and enjoy this vegan pulao.

Matar Paneer Pulao close view

As an alternative, you can omit the paneer and prepare the rice solely with matar or peas, then eat it as matar rice (matar chawal) or matar pulao.

How to serve Matar Paneer Pulao?

Serve hot or warm pulao with raita, papad, salad, and pickle. You can also serve it with just a bowl of fresh curd or any side dish of your choice.

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5 from 11 votes

Matar Paneer Pulao

Matar Paneer Pulao, also known as Peas and Paneer Pulao, is a simple rice dish made with green peas, fried paneer cubes, and spices.
Prep Time10 mins
Active Time40 mins
Resting time10 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Green Peas Recipes, Paneer Recipes, Pulao Recipes, Rice Recipes
Yield: 2
Author: Amrita Roy

Materials

  • 1½ cup Long Grain Rice (Basmati)
  • ½ cup Green Peas
  • 100 gms Paneer cut into small cubes
  • 1 no Bay Leaf
  • 1 inch Cinnamon Stick
  • 1-2 nos Clove
  • 1 no Cardamom
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoon Ghee
  • 2 no Onion, medium chopped
  • 2 teaspoon Ginger Paste
  • 4 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
  • 10-15 nos Cashew Nuts
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder

Instructions

  • Wash and soak the rice for 20 minutes.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of ghee and roast the cashew nuts and keep them aside.
  • Next heat oil 2 tablespoon and sauté the paneer cubes with little salt. Keep them aside.
  • Now heat the remaining oil and add the bay leaf, clove, cardamom and cinnamon.
  • Once the oil becomes fragrant, add the chopped onion and sauté them till translucent.
  • Next add ginger paste and combine well.
  • After that add coriander and cumin powder, mix them well.
  • Add the soaked rice and coat well with the spices.
  • Now add the fried paneer cubes into the rice.
  • Add required water (normally double the amount of rice). At this stage, taste the salt and allow it to cook by covering it with a lid.
  • When rice is 70-80% done, add the frozen green peas into it.
  • Now open the lid, add a tablespoon of ghee and allow to evaporate the remaining water.
  • Switch off the gas and allow to rest for 10 minutes. Serve it hot with raita or any side dish of your choice.

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Comments

  1. Vandana

    April 06, 2022 at 5:36 pm

    5 stars
    Made this matar paneer pulao for dinner yesterday and it turned out so good. Everyone loved it, will make it again soon. Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply
  2. Hayley Dhanecha

    April 02, 2022 at 9:42 am

    5 stars
    We are a huge fan of pulao dishes, and this matar paneer pulao recipe didn't disappoint and turned out delicious. We enjoyed with Gujarati kadhi.

    Reply
  3. Sandhya Ramakrishnan

    March 28, 2022 at 3:35 pm

    5 stars
    I always had the issue of my paneer becoming hard and chewy when making paneer pulao. I followed your recipe and it worked perfect. The paneer was soft and perfect.

    Reply
  4. Anshika Juneja

    March 28, 2022 at 6:45 am

    5 stars
    Matar Paneer Pulao is such a yummy dish which i guess almost everyone loves. This is a one pot meal dish which is absolutely delicious and flavorful.

    Reply
  5. Mayuri Patel

    March 23, 2022 at 1:24 am

    5 stars
    Amrita tried out your matar paneer pulao without the turmeric powder and we loved it.Also added only the spices you have listed and tasted so different from my usual version.

    Reply
    • Lata Lala

      March 24, 2022 at 1:39 pm

      5 stars
      Your post reminds me that I haven't made this since ages. Matar and paneer is wow combination in curries and rice also.
      Loved your recipe as it's but different from what I make. Trying this soon.

      Reply
  6. Uma Raghupathi

    March 21, 2022 at 7:16 pm

    5 stars
    Matar pulao is always a huge hit! Your recipe looks very delicious with all the spices and paneer.

    Reply
  7. Archana

    February 13, 2022 at 4:12 am

    5 stars
    Matar pulao is my go to recipe but can definitely make it paneer matar pulao. Absolutely delicious and flavorful.

    Reply
  8. Kalyani

    February 10, 2022 at 6:36 am

    5 stars
    The combo of matar and paneer in any dish especially pulao is a flavour bomb in itself and makes for an easy yet filling lunch

    Reply
  9. Mayuri Patel

    February 09, 2022 at 1:29 am

    5 stars
    Amrita like how this peas and paneer pulao looks. I usually add turmeric. Like this almost white rice dish with green peas adding a bit of colour. Tempted to grab the bowl if I could.

    Reply
  10. Jayashree T.Rao

    February 08, 2022 at 1:30 pm

    5 stars
    Peas Paneer Pulao looks delicious and makes a good meal for weekend. The next time I make peas pulao, will make this version with paneer.

    Reply

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