Matar Pulao

For matar pulao: To make matar pulao in pressure cooker, soak the rice in enough water in a deep bowl for 30 minutes, drain and keep aside.

Heat the ghee in a pressure cooker, add the cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, star anise and onions and sauté on a medium flame for 8 minutes.

Add the rice an sauté on a medium flame for 2 minutes.

Add the green peas and sauté on a medium flame for 1 minute.

Add salt and 1½ cups of hot water, mix well and pressure cook for 3 whistles.

Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid.

Serve the matar pulao hot.