By Garima Johar
November 15, 2026
Nutri is one of the best vegetarian protein sources. For a quick protein fix, you can make soya pulao in a cooker and serve a healthy meal in just 15 minutes. Pair the pulao with raita, papad, and achaar.
1 cup rice 1 cup soya chunks 1 onion 1 tomato 1 green chilli 1 inch of ginger 2 cloves of garlic 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 bay leaf 2 green cardamoms 1 cinnamon stick 1 teaspoon garam masala 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/4 teaspoon red chilli powder 1/4 cup chopped coriander leaves Salt to taste 2 tablespoons oil Mixed vegetables
Rinse the rice and soya chunks and soak for half an hour. Drain and keep aside.
Heat some oil and sauté cumin seeds, bay leaf, green cardamom, and cinnamon stick.
Add chopped onion, ginger and garlic. Mix in tomatoes and cook till they are soft.
Stir in turmeric powder, red chilli powder, and garam masala.
Add mixed vegetables like peas, carrots, and cauliflower. Pour in some water and boil.
Add the rice and soya chunks. Simmer for about 15 minutes. Serve with raita.