Simple Microwave Vegetable Pulao

• 1 cup long-grain basmati rice, washed and soaked in water for 30 minutes
• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 cup mixed vegetables, chopped
• 2 green chilies
• 1/2 tablespoon garam masala powder
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
• salt

1. Cook the rice with water on HIGH power level for 16 minutes in a microwave proof dish.
2. In another microwave proof dish, cook the mixed vegetables in 1/2 cup water for 8 minutes on MEDIUM HIGH power level.
3. Heat oil in a small pot. Toss in the onion and chillies and saute until the onions turn golden brown.
4. Add salt, turmeric powder, red chilli powder and garam masala powder in another bowl.
5. Cook for 5 minutes on HIGH heat.
6. Add the cooked rice and veggies to this masala and mix well.
7. Remove and serve hot with cucumber-tomato raita.
8. Enjoy!

longgrain basmati rice, water, oil, onion, mixed vegetables, green chilies, garam masala, turmeric powder, red chili powder, salt

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/simple-microwave-vegetable-pulao-156891 (may not work)