Tomato Pulav

Heat 2 tbsp of Oil and 1 tbsp of Ghee in a pan on medium heat. Add 8-10 Curry Leaves, 2 large Onions,sliced, 4 Green Chillies, slit, 16 Cloves, 2 inch Cinnamon Stick and 4 Cardamoms and stir fry for 10 minutes. Add 2 tsp of Ginger Garlic paste and saute for 5 minutes. Add 2 ripe Tomatoes, chopped, 10 Mint Leaves and 1 tbsp chopped Coriander Leaves and stir well. Add Salt to taste and 2 tbsp of Tomato Puree and cook covered for 10 minutes. Reduce heat, add 2½ cups Basmati Rice, mixing well, saute for 4 minutes. Add 5 cups of Water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cook till rice is done.

Serve hot with raita / yogurt.