East African Pelau

A flavorful East African dish, Pelau, made effortlessly in a pressure cooker. The combination of spices, chicken, and rice creates a delicious one-pot meal.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups basmati rice
• 1 lb chicken, cut into pieces
• 1 cup green peas
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 tomatoes, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons cumin powder
• 2 teaspoons coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 4 cups chicken broth
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear

Set the pressure cooker to saut mode and heat the vegetable oil

Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger

Saut until the onion is translucent

Add the chicken pieces and brown them on all sides

Stir in the cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and paprika

Add the diced tomatoes and cook until they start to soften

Pour in the rinsed rice and green peas

Mix well with the other ingredients

Pour in the chicken broth and season with salt and pepper

Close the pressure cooker lid and set it to high pressure for 5 minutes

Once the cooking is complete, allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes before quick-releasing the remaining pressure

Fluff the rice with a fork, ensuring it's evenly cooked and the chicken is tender

Serve the East African Pelau hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired