This regal rice recipe, or Shahi Pulao, is an aromatic Indian rice dish made with nuts and luxurious spices. I typically prepared for dinner parties, festivities and special occasions.
This Shahi Pulao is also known as Mughlai Shahi Pulao because it is filled with rich and aromatic spices, nuts and dried fruit. It has a wonderful range of textures and complex flavour, making it a perfect dish on its own or with a curry.
I have added only whole spices and saffron but you can absolutely add mixed vegetables too. I love this Vegetable Pulao recipe as an alternative.
Shahi Pulao is perfect to serve alongside rich curries and dals and makes for a fantastic side for a Diwali Dinner Menu .
Serving Suggestion
Shahi Pulao is a wonderful accompaniment to gravy based dishes. This Palak Paneer Kofta or Shahi Paneer is a great contender.
Dals such as Dal Makhani , Sultani Dal , Dishoom Black Dal or Authentic Chana Masala are also great too.
I like a side of cooling cucumber raita .
Storage
Store leftover shahi pulao in the fridge in an airtight container. Consume within 3-4 days. You can also prepare this rice in advance and reheat prior to serving.
I do not recommend freezing this rice as the rice grains loose their texture upon thawing.
Other Indian Rice Recipes
Jeera Rice
Takeaway style Pilau Rice
Schezwan Fried Rice
Instant Pot Chana Pulao
Green Peas (Matar) Pulao
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Shahi Pulao
Equipment
- 1 pan
Ingredients
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 tablespoon oil or ghee
- ¼ cup nuts and dried fruit – almonds, cashew nuts and sultanas. You can also use pistachios
- Small pinch saffron soaked in 1/4 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon whole spices cumin seeds,cardamom seeds, cinnamon bark, cloves
- salt
Garnish
- fresh coriander leaves chopped
- rose petals
Instructions
- First wash rice in cold water at least 4-5 times to remove starch, soak in cold water for half an hour.
- In a saute pan, heat oil and add the almonds, cashews and sultanas. Saute until they just change colour and remove from the pan.
- In the same oil, add the whole spices and allow to sizzle for a moment.
- Then add in the soaked rice and season with salt. Add in the saffron water.
- Pour over hot water and allow the rice to cook.
- Once fully cooked and fluffy, allow to sit for a few minutes with the lid on before mixing through the cooked nuts.
- Serve hot.
Video
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Note – This recipe was first published in February, 2012. The post has now been updated with more helpful content – the recipe remains the same.
Shahi Pulao
Equipment
- 1 pan
Ingredients
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 tablespoon oil or ghee
- ¼ cup nuts and dried fruit - almonds, cashew nuts and sultanas. You can also use pistachios
- Small pinch saffron soaked in 1/4 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon whole spices cumin seeds,cardamom seeds, cinnamon bark, cloves
- salt
Garnish
- fresh coriander leaves chopped
- rose petals
Instructions
- First wash rice in cold water at least 4-5 times to remove starch, soak in cold water for half an hour.
- In a saute pan, heat oil and add the almonds, cashews and sultanas. Saute until they just change colour and remove from the pan.
- In the same oil, add the whole spices and allow to sizzle for a moment.
- Then add in the soaked rice and season with salt. Add in the saffron water.
- Pour over hot water and allow the rice to cook.
- Once fully cooked and fluffy, allow to sit for a few minutes with the lid on before mixing through the cooked nuts.
- Serve hot.
Video
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
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- Sides
- Indian Thanksgiving Dessert Ideas
- Thanksgiving Drinks
Incorporate Indian flavors to your Thanksgiving with a fantastic Indian fusion Thanksgiving menu.
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These recipes would also go wonderfully in other holiday menu such as Christmas dinner.
Indian Vegetarian Thanksgiving Starters
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Looks so pretty at the dinner table!
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Sides
They may be called so, but these thanksgiving side dishes are incredible enough to take center stage!
It’s a thanksgiving tradition!
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Indian Thanksgiving Dessert Ideas
A great way to add a fusion twist to a traditional Indian recipe.
A gorgeous dessert to add to your holiday table.
Thanksgiving Drinks
Happy Thanksgiving!
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Vegetarian Indian Thanksgiving Recipes
Equipment
- 1 Frying pan
- 1 Kadai
- 1 Pressure cooker
- 1 Bowl
Ingredients
- appetizer
- side dish
- main dish
- dessert
- drinks
Instructions
- Choose a recipe or two from each category from post above to prepare for your Vegetarian Indian Thanksgiving, and follow the recipe instructions given in the individual post.
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
