Methi Pulav

Ingredients:
2 C basmati rice
1 small onion, sliced
1 bunch methi leaves, washed
1 clove garlic, chopped
1/2- inch ginger, grated
2 green chili, slit
1/2 C green peas
1 small potato, peeled and cubed
1 T oil
1/2-inch cinnamon

1 clove,1 bay leaf
1/4 t turmeric powder
1/2 t chili powder
1/4 t garam masala
salt as required

Method:
1. Wash and soak rice in water for 5 minutes.
2. Heat oil in a pan on medium heat. Add cinnamon, clove, bay leaf, chili and onion. Add ginger, garlic, and cook till onion is golden.  Add methi leaves and saute for 5 minutes.  Add turmeric and chili powder.
3. Stir in the vegetables and salt.  Add garam masala. Drain rice and stir into the pan.  Add 4 cups of water.  Mix well.  Cover and cook on medium -low heat till rice is done, or transfer to rice cooker and cook.
Serve with raita.