Matar Pulao

Rice and Gravy

• 6 tbsp Ghee, for pot and finishing
• 12 pcs Black peppercorns
• 2 pcs Cinnamon sticks
• 1 pcs Black cardamom
• 1 pcs Star anise
• 1 tsp Cumin seeds
• 2 pcs Cloves
• 1 pcs Onion, sliced
• 2 pcs Tomatoes, sliced
• 1.5 tbsp Ginger-garlic paste
• 1.5 tbsp Green chili paste
• 1.5 tsp Salt, or to taste
• 1 tsp Red chili powder
• 0.25 tsp Nutmeg powder
• 1 tsp Turmeric powder
• 0.5 tsp Mace powder
• 3 tbsp Yogurt, whisked
• 2 pcs Chicken stock cubes
• 4 pcs Potatoes, cubed
• 1.5 cup Green peas
• 1.5 cup Water, or as required
• 500 g Rice, boiled with salt until 80 percent done
• 0.25 cup Fresh coriander, chopped
• 0.25 cup Mint leaves, chopped
• 3 pcs Green chilies, sliced
• 0.5 cup Fried onions
• 1 drop Orange food color, pinch