Coriander Paneer Rice | Indian Rice Recipes

This is my first entry to the Herbs and Flowers in my Platter event by PJ which I am guest hosting this month. Cilantro is my favorite herb, next to Mint. It is one super-herb rich in anti-oxidants and is anti-bacterial. Though often used in garnish, it is also used in many south-indian dishes. I prepared a simple one-pot meal with cilantro and paneer, perfect as a lunch box recipe.

2011 Industry Showcase for Northern California May 17th

These Industry shows are usually only open to designers and such. This one is open to the public, and a good chance to see lots of great products in one place with reps to explain how they function.

Peggy

National Kitchen & Bath Association CA Capital Chapter,
National Kitchen & Bath Association Northern California Chapter
& California Legislative Coalition of Interior Design
present:

2011 Industry Showcase for Northern California

Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Dunsmuir Hellman Historic Estate
2960 Peralta Oaks Court
Oakland, California 94605

Join Us For the 2011 Industry Showcase

Showcase Exhibits 2pm - 6pm
Buffet Dinner 6:30pm
Guest Speaker 7:30pm
Note: Seating is Limited, Registration Ends May 11, 2011

If you are planning to remodel your home or thinking of building new, this is the place to be.
Come and join us for this year's Interior Design - Industry Showcase.

* From 2pm - 6pm, the Exhibit Hall will be showcasing a wide range of manufacturer's displays. Come and learn about the latest innovations in appliances, plumbing, hardware, lighting, flooring, cabinets, countertops, tile and more...Experts will be on hand to answer your questions.
* Guest Speaker Mick De Giulio, world renowned Designer and Author of Kitchen Centric will be the evening presenter.
* This event is supported by the IFDA, IDS, NARI and other industry partners.
* There will be a Silent Auction fundraiser proceeds to support Rebuilding Together.

Mushroom Pulao

I am sure mushroom lovers will love this pulao. I added coconut milk to make the pulao delicious and rich! The ingredient list may be long, but it takes less than 30 minutes to prepare.

Ingredients:
1/4 cup thinly sliced onion
2 Garlic pods chopped finely
A handful of sliced mushroom and frozen peas
1 Green Chilli
2 Cloves
1 Stick cinnamon
1 Bay leaf
1 Star Anise
Salt
1 cup Basmathi Rice
2 tbsp oil
1 tbsp ghee
Coriander leaves to garnish
3/4 cup coconut milk
3/4 cup water

Method:

Heat oil and ghee in pressure cooker.
Add cloves, cinnamon, bay leaf and star anise.
After a few seconds, add garlic, onion and green chilli. Saute for a couple of minutes.
Add mushroom and peas and stir well.
Wash and rinse the rice.
Add the rice. Saute for a minute.
Add salt, coconut milk and water.
Pressure cook for 3-4 whistles.
Cool and garnish with coriander leaves.
Serve with any raitha or chips.