Chana Pulao (Chickpea Pilaf) Recipe (with Video)

Soaking and Cooking Chickpeas
1. Soak chickpeas in lukewarm water for up to 4 hours. Overnight is the best option.
2. Then add a tablespoon of salt and cook on medium heat until tender.
3. Set it aside.
Preparing the Rice
1. In a large pot, add oil and once hot, add onions.
2. Fry them until brown.
3. Then add ginger and garlic and cook for a minute.
4. Now throw in the whole spices and rest of the salt. Mix well.
5. Next, add water and bring it to a boil.
6. Finally, add in the rice. Let it soak in water before putting it on low heat to simmer for 20 minutes.
7. Don’t forget to fluff the rice otherwise it becomes a lumpy and sticky mess.
Serving Suggestions
1. Now enjoy it as is or with your favorite sides.