Zafrani Pulao

Ingredients:

Basmati Rice (long, grained) -200g
Almonds-5
Biryani Masala-1 pinch
Black cumin--1/2tbsp
Butter-4tbsp
Cashewnuts-10
Coriander leaves-1/2 bunch
Fried onion-3 tbsp
Ginger garlic paste- 1tbsp
Mint-1/2 bunch

Yoghurt-1/2 cup
Onion(fine sliced)-1
Pomogranate seeds ripe-1/2
Raisins-10
Saffron- 1 pinch
Salt to taste

Method:

Wash rice twice and soak in just enough water to cover it for half an hour. Drain excess water.

Heat oil add whole garam masala,cumin,cashew nuts,almonds,raisins and onions and saute for few min then add ginger garlic paste,salt,chopped mint and coriander leaves,yoghurt, biryani masala.Mix well and add water and when water is simmering add rice. Mix once and cook wit lid on it on low heat.

When water is almost absorbed top it with fried onions,saffron colour and pomogranate seeds and top it with 2-3 butter cubes.Let it steam for another 5 min.
Serve with curries.