Kashmiri Pulao

Ingredients

• 2 cups basmati rice, cooked
• 1/2 cup mixed dry fruits (raisins, cashews, almonds)
• 1/2 cup fresh fruits (pineapple, pomegranate, apple), chopped
• 1 tsp whole garam masala (cardamom, cinnamon, cloves)
• 1 tbsp sugar
• Ghee, saffron milk, salt

Method

1. Heat ghee, lightly fry the dry fruits till golden; set aside.
2. In the same ghee, saute the whole garam masala for a few seconds.
3. Add cooked rice, sugar, saffron milk and a pinch of salt; toss gently on low heat.
4. Fold in the fried dry fruits and most of the fresh fruit, reserving some for garnish.
5. Garnish with remaining fruit and serve warm as a side or light dessert-like rice.