Gatte Ka Pulao recipe - gatta pulao recipe - high protein one pot rice recipe - one pot meal recipe - rajasthani Gatte Ka Pulao

Gatte ka Pulao - is a very famous Rajasthani dish. Garam flour is used extensively in Rajasthan as they don't get vegetables throughout the year. It is a healthy and tasty one-pot meal. this is protein-rich pulao.. It is a unique variation of pulao where the rice is cooked with spiced gram flour dumplings called "gatte" instead of vegetables or meat. Gatte are made by combining gram flour (besan) with various spices and then steaming or boiling them.

Course: dinner, hi-protein, lunch, party food

Cuisine: Indian

Keyword: gatte, one pot meal, rice

Servings: 5 people

Author: Veena Theagarajan

Ingredients

For Gatte

1 cup Gram flour
1/2 tsp Ajwan
1/2 tso turmeric powder
1/4 tsp red chilli powder adjust to your spice level
2 tbsp yogurt
2 tbsp oil
Salt to Taste

For Rice

1.5 cup Rice
2 tsp Ghee
1 bay leaves
1 tsp Cumin Seeds
1 inch cinnamon
1/2 tsp garam masala
1/2 tsp red chilli powder
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1 Onion peeled & sliced thinly
1 tbsp Coriander leaves finely chopped
10 Mint leaves Optional. I didn't use
salt to taste
1 tsp ginger garlic paste

Instructions

Wash and soak rice for 10 mins. drain it
In a large bowl take all the ingredients under the Gatte section and make a smooth dough. Knead well for 3-5 mins to get smooth & soft dough
Roll them into a long cylinder. Keep it aside. Heat water in a bowl. When it is boiling add Gatte and cook till it floating.
Once done remove it from water. Keep it aside. once it cool down slice it
Heat 2 teaspoon of oil and arrange Gatte in single layer and fry till it is browned all side.
Heat ghee in a pan (to cook rice). Add bay leaf, cinnamon, cumin seeds. Let it crackle. Add onion and salt for frying Onion. Fry till transparent. Add ginger garlic paste. fry for a min. Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, washed mint leaves (if using) and fry for a min.
Add water (2.25 cup). Let it boil. Add rice & adjust salt
Cook the rice by closing the lid. Once cooked add Gatte mix well. cook for another 2-3 mins. Add coriander leaves. Mix gently
Serve hot

Notes

You can add vegetables
You can add rice of your choice instead of basmati
You can add roasted Cashew , raisins

Health benefits of Gatte Ka Pulao

Perfect one pot meal with carb, herbs and protein

Note: It's worth noting potential health benefits, they should be consumed as part of a balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. As with any dietary changes or health concerns, it's advisable to consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice.

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