During Navratri, sattvic food plays a vital role. Here are some sattvic pulao recipes you can enjoy during Navratri.
Jeera Pulao
In this recipe, basmati rice is tempered with cumin seeds in ghee to lend a subtle yet aromatic flavour.
Vegetable Pulao
Chop some vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, and green beans. Saute them in ghee and mix them with basmati rice. You can add spices like cumin, coriander powder, and black pepper to enhance flavour.
Dry Fruit Pulao
It contains a liberal scattering of almonds, cashews, raisins, and pistachios sautéed in ghee before stirring it into cooked basmati rice. It can be served with simple yoghurt or can be relished on its own.
Palak Pulao
Prepare a paste of blanched spinach. Cook this paste with rice, cumin, and mild spices like black pepper and green chillies.
Samak Rice
The samak rice pulao is cooked with cumin seeds and rock salt, occasionally with carrots and potatoes.