{"id":7456,"date":"2025-04-28T08:36:22","date_gmt":"2025-04-28T08:36:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/?p=7456"},"modified":"2025-05-02T11:07:20","modified_gmt":"2025-05-02T11:07:20","slug":"one-pot-recipes-using-pressure-cooker","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.elgiultra.com\/ultraliving\/one-pot-recipes-using-pressure-cooker\/","title":{"rendered":"One Pot Wonders – Save your time with these pressure cooker recipes"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_section el_class=”main-container”][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”7458″ img_size=”full” css=””][vc_separator color=”black” css=””][vc_raw_html css=””]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[\/vc_raw_html][vc_separator color=”black” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]Pressure cookers are a lifesaver, when you run out of time. They bring out the deep rich flavours while saving time and effort. From working moms to busy students who love home-cooked food meals, one pot pressure cooker recipes are very comforting. And you can also escape the hassle of washing a pile of dirty dishes with one pot pressure cooker recipes. Let\u2019s dive into five such one-pot recipes and make cooking simpler, faster and tastier together![\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”1.Pressure Cooker Rasam Rice” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%233A3783″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:500%20bold%20regular%3A500%3Anormal” css=”.vc_custom_1745576869767{background-color: #F7F7F7 !important;}”][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1745819838132{margin-top: 20px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″ css=”.vc_custom_1745816962163{background-color: #F7F7F7 !important;}”][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/span><\/p>\n

For Rasam Powder<\/span> (or use ready-made 1 \u00bd tbsp rasam powder):<\/p>\n

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  1. Toor dal \u2013 1 tbsp<\/li>\n
  2. Coriander seeds \u2013 1\u00bd tbsp<\/li>\n
  3. Cumin seeds \u2013 1 tsp<\/li>\n
  4. Black pepper \u2013 1 tsp<\/li>\n
  5. Dry red chilies \u2013 2<\/li>\n
  6. Asafoetida (hing) \u2013 a pinch<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Dry roast the ingredients one by one and grind to a powder. You can skip this if using 1\u00bd tbsp rasam powder.<\/p>\n

    For Rasam Base<\/u><\/p>\n

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    1. Tamarind \u2013 1 small lemon-sized<\/li>\n
    2. Tomato \u2013 1 large (chopped)<\/li>\n
    3. Garlic \u2013 4 cloves (crushed)<\/li>\n
    4. Green chili \u2013 1 (slit)<\/li>\n
    5. Rice \u2013 \u00be cup (regular white rice)<\/li>\n
    6. Toor dal \u2013 \u00bc cup<\/li>\n
    7. Turmeric powder \u2013 \u00bd tsp<\/li>\n
    8. Salt \u2013 to taste<\/li>\n
    9. Curry leaves and Coriander leaves – few<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      For Tempering<\/span><\/p>\n

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      1. Ghee \u2013 1 tbsp<\/li>\n
      2. Mustard seeds \u2013 \u00bd tsp<\/li>\n
      3. Cumin seeds \u2013 \u00bd tsp<\/li>\n
      4. Dry red chili \u2013 1<\/li>\n
      5. Curry leaves \u2013 a few<\/li>\n
      6. Asafoetida \u2013 a pinch<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_single_image image=”7463″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]Cooking directions<\/u><\/p>\n

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        • Soak tamarind in \u00bd cup warm water for 10 minutes. Squeeze and extract the juice.<\/li>\n
        • Wash rice and toor dal together. Soak for 10\u201315 minutes while you prep the rest.<\/li>\n
        • In a pressure cooker, add 1 tsp ghee or oil and saute chopped tomatoes, garlic, green chili, curry leaves, turmeric and a little salt.<\/li>\n
        • Add the tamarind extract and let it simmer for 2\u20133 minutes.<\/li>\n
        • Drain soaked rice and dal and add to the cooker. Add 3\u00bd to 4 cups of water.<\/li>\n
        • Add rasam powder and adjust salt.<\/li>\n
        • Close the lid and pressure cook on medium heat for 3\u20134 whistles.<\/li>\n
        • For tempering, in a small pan, heat ghee, add mustard seeds. Let them splutter.<\/li>\n
        • Add cumin seeds, red chili, curry leaves, and a pinch of asafoetida and pour this over the cooked rasam rice.<\/li>\n
        • Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”2.One Pot Paneer Pulao” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%233A3783″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:500%20bold%20regular%3A500%3Anormal” css=”.vc_custom_1745819155647{margin-top: 20px !important;background-color: #F7F7F7 !important;}”][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1745819776105{margin-top: 20px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”2\/3″][vc_single_image image=”7460″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]Cooking directions<\/u><\/p>\n

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          • Lightly pan-fry paneer cubes in 1 tsp ghee until golden on the edges and keep them aside.<\/li>\n
          • Heat oil and ghee in a pressure cooker. Add whole spices and sliced onions; saute until golden brown.<\/li>\n
          • Add green chilies and ginger-garlic paste. Cook till raw smell goes away.<\/li>\n
          • Add chopped tomatoes and cook till soft and mushy. Then add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt.<\/li>\n
          • Add green peas and the soaked and drained rice.<\/li>\n
          • Add paneer cubes and mint leaves. Pour 1\u00bd cups of water, stir and adjust salt.<\/li>\n
          • Close the lid and pressure cook on medium heat for 1 whistle.<\/li>\n
          • After the pressure releases naturally, One Pot Paneer pulao is ready to be served.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1745819202347{background-color: #F7F7F7 !important;}”][vc_column_text css=””]Ingredients<\/span><\/p>\n

            Main Ingredients<\/u><\/p>\n

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            1. Basmati rice \u2013 1 cup (soaked for 15\u201320 minutes)<\/li>\n
            2. Paneer \u2013 150\u2013200 g (cubed)<\/li>\n
            3. Onion \u2013 1 large (thinly sliced)<\/li>\n
            4. Tomato \u2013 1 medium (chopped)<\/li>\n
            5. Green peas \u2013 \u00bd cup (fresh or frozen)<\/li>\n
            6. Ginger-garlic paste \u2013 1 tsp<\/li>\n
            7. Green chilies \u2013 1\u20132 (slit)<\/li>\n
            8. Mint leaves \u2013 a handful<\/li>\n
            9. Coriander leaves \u2013 for garnish<\/li>\n
            10. Salt \u2013 to taste<\/li>\n
            11. Water \u2013 1\u00bd cups<\/li>\n
            12. Ghee or Oil<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              Whole Spices<\/span><\/p>\n

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              1. Cumin seeds \u2013 1 tsp<\/li>\n
              2. Bay leaf \u2013 1<\/li>\n
              3. Cloves \u2013 3<\/li>\n
              4. Cardamom \u2013 2<\/li>\n
              5. Cinnamon stick \u2013 1 small<\/li>\n
              6. Star anise \u2013 1 (optional)<\/li>\n
              7. Black pepper \u2013 4\u20135 (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                Powdered Spices<\/u><\/p>\n

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                1. Red chili powder \u2013 \u00bd tsp<\/li>\n
                2. Turmeric powder \u2013 \u00bc tsp<\/li>\n
                3. Coriander powder \u2013 1 tsp<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                  [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”3.One Pot Masala Khichdi” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%233A3783″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:500%20bold%20regular%3A500%3Anormal” css=”.vc_custom_1745819958727{margin-top: 20px !important;background-color: #F7F7F7 !important;}”][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1745820532122{margin-top: 20px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″ css=”.vc_custom_1745820037071{background-color: #F7F7F7 !important;}”][vc_column_text css=””]Ingredients<\/u><\/p>\n

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                  1. Rice \u2013 \u00be cup<\/li>\n
                  2. Moong dal (split yellow) \u2013 \u00bc cup<\/li>\n
                  3. Onion \u2013 1 (sliced)<\/li>\n
                  4. Tomato \u2013 1 (chopped)<\/li>\n
                  5. Carrot \u2013 1 (chopped)<\/li>\n
                  6. Beans \u2013 a handful (chopped)<\/li>\n
                  7. Green peas \u2013 \u00bc cup<\/li>\n
                  8. Potato \u2013 1 small (cubed)<\/li>\n
                  9. Water \u2013 3.5 to 4 cups (for soft, semi-mushy texture)<\/li>\n
                  10. Coriander leaves \u2013 for garnish<\/li>\n
                  11. Lemon juice \u2013 1 tsp (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                    Spices<\/span><\/p>\n

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                    1. Turmeric powder \u2013 \u00bd tsp<\/li>\n
                    2. Red chili powder \u2013 \u00bd tsp (adjust to taste)<\/li>\n
                    3. Coriander powder \u2013 1 tsp<\/li>\n
                    4. Garam masala \u2013 \u00bd tsp<\/li>\n
                    5. Salt \u2013 to taste<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                      For Tempering<\/u><\/p>\n

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                      1. Ghee \u2013 1 tbsp<\/li>\n
                      2. Cumin seeds \u2013 1 tsp<\/li>\n
                      3. Mustard seeds \u2013 \u00bd tsp<\/li>\n
                      4. Hing (asafoetida) \u2013 a pinch<\/li>\n
                      5. Curry leaves \u2013 1 sprig<\/li>\n
                      6. Dry red chili \u2013 1 or 2<\/li>\n
                      7. Ginger \u2013 1 tsp (grated or paste)<\/li>\n
                      8. Garlic \u2013 1 tsp (minced)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                        [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_single_image image=”7462″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]Cooking directions<\/u><\/p>\n

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                        • Wash rice and dal together, soak for 10\u201315 minutes. Chop all vegetables. Keep them aside.<\/li>\n
                        • Heat ghee and oil in a pressure cooker. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Let them splutter.<\/li>\n
                        • Add hing, curry leaves, dry red chili, green chilies, ginger, and garlic. Saute for a few seconds.<\/li>\n
                        • Add onions and saute until soft. Add tomatoes, cook till mushy.<\/li>\n
                        • Then add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, salt and toss in all chopped vegetables. Mix well.<\/li>\n
                        • Drain the soaked rice and dal. Add to the cooker and mix everything.<\/li>\n
                        • Add 3.5 to 4 cups of water depending on the consistency. Add garam masala and adjust salt.<\/li>\n
                        • Close the lid and cook on medium heat for 3 whistles.<\/li>\n
                        • After the pressure releases, open the lid, give it a gentle mix. Add lemon juice and garnish with coriander leaves.<\/li>\n
                        • Serve hot with curd, pickle, or papad.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                          [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”4.One Pot Vegetable Stew” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%233A3783″ google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:500%20bold%20regular%3A500%3Anormal” css=”.vc_custom_1745823137243{margin-top: 20px !important;background-color: #F7F7F7 !important;}”][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1745823285276{margin-top: 20px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”2\/3″][vc_single_image image=”7459″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]Cooking directions<\/u><\/p>\n