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अचारी चना पुलाव रेसिपी | अचारी पुलाव | चना पुलाव | अचार काबुली चना पुलाओ - हिन्दी में पढ़ें (Achari Chana Pulao, Pickled Kabuli Chana Pulao in Hindi)
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achari chana pulao | achari pulao | chickpea pulao | pickled kabuli chana pulao | with amazing 29 images achari chana pulao also known as pickled kabuli chana pulao is for those who love the complex interplay of spices in pickles, rice and kabuli chana. Learn how to make achari chana pulao easily. Achari in the name stands for pickle flavoured, this chickpea pulao is flavoured with pickle which makes the dish even interesting. To make achari chana pulao rice, fortified with kabuli chana, is perked up with an interesting assortment of spices ranging from nigella and fenugreek to fennel seeds and black cardamoms, along with some readymade spice powders too. But, the real twist in this pickled kabuli chana pulao recipe is the addition of a couple of spoons of aam ka achar, which gives a really sprightly flavour and aroma to the pulao. Ingredients used to make achari chana pulao are basic and I am sure can be found in every Indian household. I usually prepare this one-pot quick meal on tiring and long days along with any raita and papad. Each and every member in my family simply loves achari chana pulao, not even my kids create a fuss while eating it. It is also a great tiffin treat or lunch box option. achari chana pulao can be served simply with a cup of curd, or perhaps a bowl of dal like Dahiwali Toovar Dal , Dal Kadhi, Masoor Dal or Tamatar ki Kadhi.
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CoursePunjabi Pulao | Punjabi Rice, BiryaniMother's DayFather's Day Pressure CookerLunch Pulao Rice
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For Achari Chana Pulao
2 tbsp aam ka achaar
1/2 cup soaked and boiled kabuli chana (white chick peas)
1 1/4 cups long grained rice (basmati)
2 tbsp melted ghee
1 tsp fennel seeds (saunf)
1 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson)
1 tsp fenugreek (methi) seeds
1 tsp nigella seeds (kalonji)
2 black cardamom (badi elaichi)
1/2 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
1/2 tsp asafoetida (hing)
1/2 cup sliced onions
1 tsp ginger-garlic (adrak-lehsun) paste
1/2 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
1/2 tsp chilli powder
1/2 tsp garam masala
salt to taste
For The Garnish
2 tbsp chopped coriander (dhania)
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How to make achari chana pulao
- To prepareachari chana pulao | achari pulao | chickpea pulao | pickled kabuli chana pulao |blend the mango pickle in a mixer to a coarse paste. Keep aside. You can use any pickle that you like.
- To begin making the achari chana pulao, pick, clean and wash around 1 1/4 cup of rice thoroughly. You can use any variety of rice.
- Soak in enough water for 10 minutes. Cover with a lid and keep aside.
- Drain the rice with the help of a strainer.
- To prepare pickled Kabuli chana pulao, heat the ghee in a pressure cooker.
- When the ghee is hot, add the fennel seeds.
- Add mustard seeds.
- Add fenugreek seeds.
- Add nigella seeds.
- Add big cardamom.
- Add cumin seeds.
- Add asafoetida and sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds or until you get a nice aroma.
- When the seeds crackle, add onions.
- Mix well and sauté on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes or until onions are translucent.
- Add the ginger-garlic paste.
- Add the soaked and boiled kabuli chana.
- Add turmeric powder.
- Add chilli powder.
- Add garam masala.
- Add salt and the prepared pickle paste. It gives a slightly spicy and tangy flavor, justifying the word “achari” in our achari chana pulav.
- Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 minute.
- Add the rice.
- Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 minute.
- Add the 2½ cups hot water. It is important to use hot water since, we have drained the rice only for a few minutes & it will quicken the process of cooking. Also, different brands of basmati rice require a different amount of water. You can get the information about how much water is required on the backside of a rice packet to cook them perfectly.
- Mix well and pressure cook for 2 whistles.
- Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid.
- Stir gently and check whether the rice grain is soft or not. If it is not soft, add some water and cook for some more time.
- Garnish with coriander. It gives a refreshing flavours. Ourachari chana pulao | achari pulao | chickpea pulao | pickled kabuli chana pulao |is now ready.
- Serveachari chana pulao | achari pulao | chickpea pulao | pickled kabuli chana pulao |hot. You can serve it along with curd or raitas.
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Nutrient values (Abbrv)per servingEnergy 475 cal Protein 6.1 g Carbohydrates 66.9 g Fiber 5.9 g Fat 20.2 g Cholesterol 0 mg Sodium 7784.3 mg
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RECIPE SOURCE : Punjabi Khana