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Ingredients
- Basmati rice – 1 cup
- Water – 2 cups
- Cauliflower – 250 grams
- Potatoes – 2
- Peas – 1/2 cup
- Carrots – 1
- Onions – 1
- Garam masala – 1/2 teaspoon
- Cumin powder – 1/2 teaspoon
- Pepper powder – 1/2 teaspoon
- Turmeric powder – a pinch
- Salt – to taste
- Cumin seeds – 1/2 teaspoon
- Vegetable oil – 2 tablespoons
- Our vegetable pulao with dahi vada, carrot and radish slices, and a tomato-green eggplant curry:
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1125g | |
| Calories 1150 | |
| Calories from Fat 257 | 22% |
| Total Fat 29.16g | 36% |
| Saturated Fat 2.53g | 10% |
| Trans Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 110mg | 5% |
| Potassium 1584mg | 45% |
| Total Carbs 199.92g | 53% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.2g | 44% |
| Sugars 12.23g | 8% |
| Protein 21.54g | 34% |
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