Vegetable Pulao

Grind together the 1/2 onion, coconut, garlic, ginger and coriander in the blender, to make a smooth paste.

Keep aside.

Fry the onions in a the ghee or melted butter.

Also add the cloves, cinnamon and cardommom.

When onions are browned properly, add the red chilli powder and fry for 30-45 seconds.

Now add all the vegetables,including the cauliflower and sprinkle some water on it.

Keep covered and cook on a low flame till the vegetables are cooked.

This might take approximately 15-20 minutes.

Keep sprinkling water periodically to speeden up the process, but do not add excess water as it will ruin the pulao.

When the vegetables are done, transfer the vegeables to a big mixing dish, add all the boiled rice, salt to taste and the blended masala.

Mix thoroughly and then heat it either in a microwave or on low heat on the cooking range.It is heated again to let the salt spread across the dish.

Serve with Raita.