Kashmiri Pulao

Kashmiri pulao
Ingredients:
• Basmati Rice - 2 cups
• Saffron - 1 pinch
• Onion - 1 medium (chopped)
• G. chillies - 4 small
• Cashews - 20 pieces
• Raisins - as needed
• Green Peas - 1/2 cup
• Black or Brown seedless grapes - 1/2 cup (chopped)
• 2 cups fresh fruits of ur choice
• 2 cups veggies
• Cinnamon - half inch pieces - 2
• Cloves - 3
• Cardamom - 1
• Ghee/oil - 3 tbsps
Procedure:
• Cook the Basmati rice and spread it in a large plate or any flat surface to avoid sticking.
• Cook the mixed vegetables( don’t use potatoes ) for just one boil.
• In a large wok, heat ghee/oil fry the cashews and raisins and remove them to a plate retaining the oil.
• In the same oil, season with cinnamon, cloves and cardamom.
• When they pop, add onions, g.chillies and saute for a few mins until onions become soft.
• Now add the cooked vegetables, saute for a few more mins.
• Add cooked rice, saffron, salt and mix well gently for 5 mins. Finally add the fresh fruits, half of the roasted cashews and raisins and mix well. U can add a tbsp of fresh cream for rich taste.
• Turn off heat and transfer to a serving bowl. Garnish with the remaining cashews and raisins.