Heat ghee or Oil in a Pan. Once its hot add Fennel seeds, Bay leaf, and Cinnamon stick. Also add cashew nut, Cardamom and slit green chilli.
Saute for a min and then add ginger garlic paste cook till raw smell leaves.
Next, add finely chopped onion and saute till they become glossy.
Next add chopped capsicum. Saute for a few mins let it retain its crunchy texture no need to cook fully.
We can add the spice powders now. I am using the basic Cumin powder , Garam Masala along with required Salt. combine and cook for a min in low flame.
Now add the cooked rice and combine gently.
Switch off the flame and garnish with finely chopped coriander leaves. Capsicum pulao is now ready to serve.
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Tips & Variations
For a healthy meal you can also use cooked quinoa or millets instead of rice. They work well.
Add more vegetables are even tofu / paneer if you prefer. Veggies that gets cooked quicky works well here.
You may add carrots , Peas, Corn they make the rich more nutritious and colorful.
As a variation we can also use paruppu podi , curry leaves podi for the rice.
Serving Options
Bell pepper rice goes well with raita and chips. We can also serve with chicken 65 if you are looking for non veg option. For veg option you may use paneer balls or even baby corn fries
Storing Options
We can store capcicum rice in the fridge for 2 days. While serving heat in microwave and serve. Do not recommend freezing.