Indian Zucchini Rice Pilaf

5 from 1 vote

This Indian Style Zucchini Rice Pilaf is a quick, easy, and flavorful spiced rice that can be prepared with rice, shredded zucchini, and spices

Course Main Course

Cuisine Indian

Keyword indian style zucchini rice, zucchini rice

Diet Gluten-Free, Vegan

Method Stovetop

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings

Calories 351kcal

Author Bhavana Patil

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil/ghee in a kadai. Add all the whole spices and saute for a few seconds till aromatic.
Then add green chilies, curry leaves, ginger-garlic paste. Saute for a few seconds till the raw smell of the ginger garlic goes away.
Next, add onions. Saute till they turn light brown.
Then add the shredded zucchini, along with turmeric, garam masala, and cook for 3-4 minutes till the water from zucchini starts evaporating out.
Next, add the cooked rice, salt, and mix everything. Cover and simmer for 2-3 minutes, and then turn off the gas.
Lastly, squeeze some fresh lime juice over it. Garnish with coriander leaves & serve zucchini rice pilaf hot with raita.

You can also add green peas or sweet corn to this rice recipe.
you may also use diced zucchini instead of shredded.
Substitute white rice with brown rice, quinoa, or millets.
You can add roasted cashews or peanuts to get crunch in the rice recipe.
I have not used tomatoes in this recipe but feel free to add. I have used lime juice for tanginess.

Note: Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.