Vegan Tawa Pulao

Bursting with vibrant spices and loaded with colorful vegetables, Vegan Tawa Pulao is a one-pot wonder that comes together effortlessly for a wholesome and satisfying meal. This Indian street food-inspired rice dish is cooked on a tawa (a flat griddle) or in a large pan, allowing the flavors of cumin, pav bhaji masala, and fresh produce like tomatoes, bell peppers, and carrots to meld beautifully with fluffy basmati rice. Naturally vegan and packed with plant-based goodness, this recipe delivers a delightful medley of textures and flavors in just 40 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleasing side dish, it’s garnished with fresh cilantro and a dash of lemon juice for that final zing. Serve it hot and let the enticing aroma and bold taste of this Vegan Tawa Pulao elevate your dining experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Basmati rice
• 3 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 medium Tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1 small Green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Green peas (fresh or frozen)
• 1 small Carrot, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Ginger-garlic paste
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Pav bhaji masala
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, finely chopped

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice under running water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice using 3 cups of water. Once cooked, allow it to cool completely and set it aside.

Step 2

Heat oil on a tawa (flat griddle) or in a large pan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add cumin seeds to the hot oil and let them splutter for a few seconds.

Step 4

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until it turns golden brown.

Step 5

Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for 1 minute until the raw aroma disappears.

Step 6

Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 7

Toss in the chopped carrot, green peas, and green bell pepper. Stir-fry the vegetables for about 5 minutes until they are tender but still retain a slight crunch.

Step 8

Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, pav bhaji masala, and salt. Mix well to coat the vegetables in the spices.

Step 9

Gently fold in the cooked and cooled rice with the vegetable mixture, ensuring everything is well combined.

Step 10

Sprinkle lemon juice over the pulao and mix lightly.

Step 11

Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve hot. Enjoy your flavorful Vegan Tawa Pulao!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1628.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	832.3

Total Fat 31.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2495.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 19.8g
Protein 20.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 204.6mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 1438.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.7%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 56.7%