Kala Chana Pulao

Name: Kala Chana Pulao
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Asian, Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup black chana; 1 cup basmati rice; water; 1 tbsp oil; 2 tbsp ghee; whole spices; 1 tsp ginger garlic paste; 3 green chilli; salt; turmeric; 1 tsp cumin powder; 1 tsp coriander powder; 1 tsp kashmiri chilli powder; 1 tsp garam masala; mint leaves; coriander leaves

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:30min

This high-protein kala chana pulao is a simple, wholesome rice dish made easily in a pressure cooker. Soft-cooked black chana, fluffy basmati rice and warm spices come together to make a comforting meal that keeps you full for long. It is perfect for busy weekdays, lunch boxes, or meal prep since it tastes great even the next day. No deep frying, no complicated steps, just a tasty one-pot meal you can feel good about making and sharing with your family. If you want something healthy that still feels satisfying, this recipe is a must-try.

Updated at: Mon, 09 Feb 2026 13:25:04 GMT