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Dharwad Badami Sardine Pulao
🇮🇳 Indian

Dharwad Badami Sardine Pulao

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Dharwad cooking — Dharwad Badami Sardine Pulao brings a badami touch with a classic pulao finish. About 55 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 20 min Cook 35 min Serves 2 Hard

Ingredients

  • Heavy Cream3 tbsp
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Almonds12, blanched
  • Sardines8, cleaned

Optional extras

  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.

  3. 3

    Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.

  5. 5

    Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

  6. 6

    Uncover, adjust salt and spice, and cook to the desired consistency.

Chef's tip

Chop everything mise-en-place; the cook goes quickly once oil is hot.

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