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Vegetable Korma and Onion Pulav

Published on October 23, 2014 by simplyvegetarian777

Vegetable Korma and Onion Pulav is a delicious and delicate combination of Ingredients, Spices and Textures. Korma is a flavorful curry base with addition of vegetables or protein of choice. Onion Pulav is a delicate rice preparation made with ghee, onions and basmati rice.

Vegetable Korma and Onion Pulav is a delicious and delicate combination of Ingredients, Spices and Textures. Korma is a flavorful curry base with addition of vegetables or protein of choice. Onion Pulav is a delicate rice preparation made with ghee, onions and basmati rice.

Vegetable Korma and Onion Pulav

 

Vegetable Korma and Onion Pulav

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NOTE
– This meal combination has been created by me, keeping in mind the spices and ingredients available easily in American stores.

Vegetable Korma

Vegetable Korma and Onion Pulav is a delicious and delicate combination of Ingredients, Spices and Textures. Korma is a flavorful curry base with addition of vegetables or protein of choice. Onion Pulav is a delicate rice preparation made with ghee, onions and basmati rice. #vegetablemeals #indiancuisine #indianrecipes #vegetarian #korma #kurma #onion #pulav #pilaf #pulao

Vegetable Korma and Onion Pulav

Korma is a Moghul dish, which traces back its origin to 16th century when Moghul rulers traveled to India. To be precise, it has it’s roots from Turkish Cuisine, where it is called Kurmah, which means braising of meat with a gravy or curry. It then got adapted in India and has lots of regional versions, from the use of cream, coconut milk, yogurt and the paste of the nuts.Delicately textured and rich in taste, is the characteristic of a good Nawabi Khana. This curry has beautiful flavors of coconut and cashews, where as accompanied with some hearty vegetables.

Some similar recipes are – Peas Pulav, Aloo Akbari, Paneer Jhalfrezi, Cauliflower Pulav and more.

This is how to make it.
Serves – 6 to 8 people
 
Kitchen Equipments Required
Chopping board, knife. microwave safe bowl, a hard anodized pan or non stick pan, stirrer,  and blender.
Ingredients 
 
Vegetables 
Cauliflower : 1 cup, chopped into 1-inch pieces
Peas : 1/4 cup
Potato : 1 medium, chopped into 1-inch pieces
Carrots : 1/2 cup, chopped into 1-inch pieces
Green beans : 1/2 cup, chopped into 1-inch pieces
Paneer or Extra Firm Tofu : 1 cup, chopped into 1-inch pieces
Korma Paste 
Cashews – 2 tbsp, soaked in 1/4 cup of warm water for 10-15 minutes.
Coconut shreds, dried – 1&1/2 tbsp, unsweetened
Milk powder – 2 tbsp. Vegan friends can use 2 tbsp of almond milk or soy milk.
Onion – 1/2 cup, chopped roughly
Tomato – 1, very small
Ginger – 1 small piece
Garlic – 2 small pods or 1 big.
Oil & Spices 
Oil – 2 tsp
Bay leaf – 1
Cinnamon stick – 1 small
Turmeric powder – 1/4 tsp
Garam Masala – 1 tsp to 1&1/2 tsp
Red chili powder – 1/4 to 3/4 tsp, as per taste
Salt – to taste
Water – 1&1/2 cups
Cilantro leaves for garnish.
Method 
 
Prepping the Vegetables
1. Make sure that all the vegetables are the same size.
2. Take a microwave safe bowl. Add all the chopped vegetables. Cover it partially. Microwave on high for 8 to 10 minutes until they are par boiled and not soft.
Making the Paste 
Take a blender. Add all the ingredients mentioned under Korma Paste and make a fine paste until there are no lumps or pieces left.
Making the Curry
1. Take a heavy bottom pan and heat oil in it.
2. Reduce the heat and add the bay leaf and cinnamon stick to it. Sauté for a few seconds and then add the korma paste to it. If it is too thick, add little water and stir. Add turmeric powder, salt, garam masala, and red chili powder to it. Stir.
3. Cook on low flame while stirring often. After 7-8 minutes, the paste will thicken and come together. We are not browning the paste. We are retaining its delicate  yellow color.
4. Now add steamed vegetables to it. Add 1&1/2 cups of water and mix well.
5. Let it cook for 10-15 minutes on low flame until everything looks married well.
6. You may add some raisins and cashews to it, if you like.
The curry is ready to be served with Naan or Onion Pulav / Pilaf!

Onion Pulav / Pilaf

Vegetable Korma and Onion Pulav is a delicious and delicate combination of Ingredients, Spices and Textures. Korma is a flavorful curry base with addition of vegetables or protein of choice. Onion Pulav is a delicate rice preparation made with ghee, onions and basmati rice. #vegetablemeals #indiancuisine #indianrecipes #vegetarian #korma #kurma #onion #pulav #pilaf #pulao

Vegetable Korma and Onion Pulav

Onion Pulav is a flavorful rice preparation. The onions are Caramelized delicately and then rice is cooked with onions and some whole spices. It is exotic as well as an easy preparation with clean and tender flavors. The aroma is unmatched. I make it quite often with other curries a as well.
This is how to make it.
Serves : 6 to 8 people
 
Kitchen Equipments Required
Chopping board, knife, heavy bottom sauce pan with lid, stirrer,  and fork.
 
Ingredients 
Basmati Rice : 2 cups, cleaned and soaked in just enough water to cover these for 15-20 minutes.
Onions : 1&1/2 cups, peeled, washed and chopped thin into slivers.
Oil : 1/2 tbsp
Cumin seeds : 1 tsp
Bay leaf : 1
Cinnamon stick : 1 small
Sugar : 1/4 tsp
Green cardamoms : 2-3
Black pepper corns : 6-7
Cloves : 3-4
Garam masala : 1/2 to 3/4 tsp
Salt : 1 tsp
Water : 2&1/2 cups
 
Method 
1. Heat oil in a heavy bottom sauce pan. Once it becomes hot, lower the flame. Add cumin seeds, bay leaf, cinnamon stick, green cardamoms, cloves and black pepper corns. Sauté on low flame till cumin seeds crackle.
Note: Keep your face back since cloves can be notorious and jump out.
2. Now add sliced onions and sugar to the pan. Stir well. Cook on medium low heat, stirring occasionally, until the onions become pinkish golden. It takes about 7-8 minutes. The sugar helps in giving onions a good caramelized color.
3. Now drain the water from the soaked rice and add the rice to the pan carefully. Add garam masala and salt. Stir well and sauté for 30-45 seconds like that.
4. Add water. Stir and close the lid. Cook on low flame until the water evaporates. It will take approximately 10 minutes. Switch off the flame. Let it stand covered, without touching it for another 7-8 minutes.
5. Open the lid and let stand for 2-4 minutes. Now take a fork and fluff it gently. This gives you a great texture and beautiful looking rice.
Serve it warm with the Veg Korma.
I had a great time creating this dish in my kitchen. I am sure you will love it too :).

Sonal

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  1. Eat,live,burp

    November 4, 2014 at 7:30 am

    is it wrong that i’m craving for this at 4.30am?:) looks delish!

    Reply
  2. janeycornish

    October 30, 2014 at 8:55 pm

    What gorgeous food and styling! Thankyou for sharing 🙂 x

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 31, 2014 at 1:51 pm

      Thanks for appreciating :).

      Reply
      • janeycornish

        November 17, 2014 at 4:38 pm

        Thanks for sharing! x

        Reply
  3. Kaila511

    October 27, 2014 at 9:27 am

    Your pictures are stunning, and I’m so glad you brought a full meal to fill us up at the party. Thank you for sharing, and happy FF!

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 27, 2014 at 1:42 pm

      Thanks for appreciating it Kaila :).

      Reply
  4. Butter, Basil and Breadcrumbs

    October 26, 2014 at 1:56 pm

    Sonal….not only is this beautiful…but I know that it is just as delicious…It is definitely time for me to try curry… I’ve never tried it..but your photos have given me such inspiration. Lovely post, my friend. <3

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 26, 2014 at 2:53 pm

      Thanks Prudy! Curry should come easy peasy for you, given the amount of talent you have. You will love the fact that you tried it :).

      Reply
  5. eclecticoddsnsods

    October 26, 2014 at 1:29 pm

    can i come around? Please? did i say please already? 😀

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 26, 2014 at 2:53 pm

      Justine, just ring the door bell ;).

      Reply
      • eclecticoddsnsods

        October 26, 2014 at 3:06 pm

        lol, ok, there in 5!!

        Reply
  6. Ginger

    October 26, 2014 at 12:28 pm

    What a beautiful feast! I can’t wait to have a party now!!!

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 26, 2014 at 2:53 pm

      :). Thanks Ginger

      Reply
  7. lapetitecasserole

    October 25, 2014 at 4:06 am

    Sonal the food you’ve made and the table setting you’ve arranged is absolutely perfect! Love this post! Enjoy the weekend!

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 25, 2014 at 9:37 am

      Thanks :). Have a super weekend !

      Reply
  8. lapetitepaniere

    October 25, 2014 at 12:48 am

    It looks wonderful and very tasty, Sonal 🙂

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 25, 2014 at 9:38 am

      Thanks Linda 🙂

      Reply
  9. Selma's Table

    October 24, 2014 at 4:40 pm

    I am going over to look at the recipe next but just wanted to say that your styling and photography are just going from strength to strength, Sonal xx

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 25, 2014 at 9:38 am

      Thanks Selma :). I appreacite that you noticed and liked it ! Have a super weekend!

      Reply
  10. Loretta

    October 24, 2014 at 3:31 pm

    Yummm, all that in one sitting? How absolutely divine and so healthy too! Love korma and your dishes and photography really enhance the entire meal.

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 25, 2014 at 9:39 am

      Thanks Loretta 🙂

      Reply
  11. Mr Fitz

    October 24, 2014 at 2:23 pm

    Thats look fab! i would join you for sure!! an no meat!! brilliant!!

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 25, 2014 at 9:39 am

      Your are mosy welcome dude :). Anytime!

      Reply
      • Mr Fitz

        October 25, 2014 at 9:56 am

        You too!!

        Reply
  12. tinywhitecottage

    October 24, 2014 at 1:22 pm

    Oh my goodness Sonal, your photographs are stellar! Fantastic.

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 24, 2014 at 1:37 pm

      Thank you so much Seana :).

      Reply
  13. Hilda

    October 24, 2014 at 10:36 am

    Thanks for these great recipes, and for considering our limitations in finding ingredients. Bookmarked this! Have a lovely weekend.

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 26, 2014 at 12:00 pm

      Thanks Hilda :). Have a lovely weekend !

      Reply
  14. Sue

    October 24, 2014 at 10:26 am

    Hi Sonal, so happy to see you at FF! As you may or may not know I absolutely LOVE anything with the word “korma” attached to it, because I love that creamy sauce. When I was in my 20s I used to go to the same Indian restaurant once a week and order the SAME. THING. Bengan Bharta and Navratan Korma plus oodles of garlic naan. Your pilaf looks so perfect with the rice so nicely separated but looking very moist and fluffy, also I appreciate your utilizing ingredients that we can find in U.S. markets . . . very helpful! Have a great weekend!

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    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 26, 2014 at 11:59 am

      Thanks Sue:). I had a hunch that you like Indian cuisine as well, the kinda fabulous foodie you are :). I hope that you try this soon. I will soon bring the Baingan Bharta, just for you !

      Reply
      • Sue

        October 26, 2014 at 2:48 pm

        I adore Indian food I just never make traditional stuff at home, even though I’m always using Indian spices and ghee.

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        • simplyvegetarian777

          October 26, 2014 at 2:51 pm

          I am a very un unconventional Indian cook myself. Grew up in a household where mum cooked fab food but didnt pass any heritage of traditional food. I loved eating so ate and tried to recretae most of the things based on my self attained knowledge of sniff and touch ;)….thankfully it has worked so far Sue. I use easy short cuts and whoch are successfuk most of the time :).

          Reply
  15. The Novice Gardener

    October 24, 2014 at 8:37 am

    Where do you live again? Can I come over? I mean it, Sonal! That meal is FABULOUS!! I’m hoping I can make this in my kitchen soon.

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 24, 2014 at 9:29 am

      Cincinnati Ohio ;)….. Come over anytime…. It would be my pleasure to cook for you !

      Reply
      • The Novice Gardener

        October 24, 2014 at 9:30 am

        I’m on the next plane, watch out! 🙂

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        • simplyvegetarian777

          October 24, 2014 at 9:36 am

          :)….

          Reply
  16. Lauzan

    October 24, 2014 at 4:46 am

    It looks stunning and delicious, Sonal!! Wow!

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    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 24, 2014 at 9:30 am

      Thanks Lauzan :). I glad that you liked it!

      Reply
  17. andy

    October 23, 2014 at 9:58 pm

    I love onion pilaf <3 a perfect combo with vegetable korma 🙂

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    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 26, 2014 at 11:58 am

      It was Andy 🙂

      Reply
  18. Charanya

    October 23, 2014 at 8:32 pm

    I had an entry for onion pulav, wasn’t great. Am so trying this. My mum does a South Indian version. This looks so so good

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 26, 2014 at 11:57 am

      Thanks Charanya :).

      Reply
  19. vanyadhanya

    October 23, 2014 at 6:42 pm

    The onion pilaf is so interesting; cant wait to try it out.

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 23, 2014 at 8:00 pm

      Thanks Dhanya :). I am glad that you liked the pilaf :).

      Reply
  20. www.ginabriganti.com

    October 23, 2014 at 6:12 pm

    The meal you created is stunning, Sonal. Thank you for your kind words. I treasure your friendship.

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 23, 2014 at 7:59 pm

      I treasure your friendship too Gina! Stay connected :).

      Reply
      • www.ginabriganti.com

        October 23, 2014 at 8:14 pm

        Always.

        Reply
  21. Peri's Spice Ladle

    October 23, 2014 at 1:08 pm

    The korma looks so wonderfully comforting with the right spices and vegetables. Works so well with onion pilaf…Great ideas, Sonal:)

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 23, 2014 at 7:59 pm

      Thanks Peri :). I am so delighted to see you here :).

      Reply
  22. Jueseppi B.

    October 23, 2014 at 1:06 pm

    Reblogged this on MrMilitantNegroâ„¢.

    Reply
  23. Anjana @ At The Corner Of Happy & Harried

    October 23, 2014 at 12:53 pm

    That would make a lovely dinner!

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 23, 2014 at 7:58 pm

      I am sure! My family loved it :).

      Reply
  24. apuginthekitchen

    October 23, 2014 at 11:58 am

    I saved the recipe. It looks amazing, I cannot wait to try it.

    Reply
    • simplyvegetarian777

      October 23, 2014 at 12:44 pm

      😀

      Reply

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