Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 1 cup cooked basmati rice
  • 1 tsp coconut oil
  • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1 medium onion ((minced))
  • 1 green bell pepper ((finely chopped))
  • 2 medium carrots ((diced or cut into thin rings))
  • 2 scallions ((finely diced))
  • 1 tsp pulao masala ((or garam masala))
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 2 tbsp mint ((or cilantro, chopped))
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Vegan cucumber raita

Instruction

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan or, preferably, a wok. Add the mustard seeds and, when they sputter, add the onions, green peppers. scallions, and carrots.
  • Saute until the veggies turn translucent, about five to seven minutes, then add the pulao masala or garam masala, turmeric, and cayenne.
  • Lower the heat and stir-fry for a couple of minutes. You can add a teaspoon or two of water to prevent the spices from burning.
  • Add the cooked rice and stir-fry for a couple of minutes, making sure everything is well-mixed.
  • Add the lemon juice and mint or coriander leaves.
  • Add salt to taste, mix well, and serve hot.