Sindhi Bhuga Chawal Recipe

December 5, 2020By Geeta
Sindhi bhuga chawal

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 25 minutes

Serves: 5 people

Sindhi Bhuga Chawal RecipeBhuga Chawal is a simple and delectable rice preparation of Sindhi Cuisine which is made by caramelizing the onions. It is also called Sindhi Pulao or Bhuga Chawar or Sindhi browned onion pulao. Onions are the main ingredient of the Sindhi Bhuga Chawal Recipe and the pulao gets its color from the browned onions. This onion pulao is served in Sindhi Household with Sai bhaji or fried potato. However, if you are not planning the complete Sindhi meal then you can have this Bhuga Chawal with Palak dal or boondi raita and roasted papad also.

My family loves this Sindhi Pulao with Sai bhaji which is another Sindhi delicacy. 

Try some more Sindhi Recipes.

Dal Pakwan

Besan Tikki ki Sabji

Sindhi Kadhi Recipe

Sindhi Koki

Sai Bhaji Recipe

Tips and Suggestions for making bhuga chawal | sindhi onion pulao | bhuga chawar

2, While browning the onions, keep stirring in between otherwise the onions will stick at the sides and will start burning, We want nice brown color.

1 Skip adding turmeric powder to the pulao and let the pulao take the color from browned onions which really looks tempting.

3.Do not forget to add garam masala powder to the pulao. It takes the Sindhi onion pulao to the next level.

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Sindhi Pulao

1.Heat 2.5 tbsp oil/ghee in a pressure cooker. Add chopped onions to it.Cook on medium flame

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2.While onions are getting cooked, take 1.5 cups of basmati rice in a bowl

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3.Rinse well and soak the rice in water till onions get caramelized.

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4.Cook the onions till nicely browned. Do not forget to stir in between otherwise the onions will burn at the sides. After some time, the onions will take nice golden brown color.

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5.Further, add 3 cups of water to the onion mixture and stir.

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6.Now add 1.5 tsp salt or salt to taste,1.5 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder, 1 tsp garam masala,1/2 tsp cumin powder, and 1 tbsp lemon juice to the onion water. We will add 1/2 tsp more garam masala to the rice once they are cooked.

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7. Additionally, add rice to the water, stir once and cover with the lid. I cooked it on a medium flame for 6-7 minutes and then on a slow flame for another 3-4 minutes up to 3-4 whistles. Whistles may vary according to the pressure cooker, heat, etc., Once the pressure releases from the cooker, open the lid.

STEP-7

8.Sprinkle 3/4 tsp garam masala over the pulao.

STEP-8

9.Next goes finely chopped coriander leaves to it, fluff with a fork. Browned onions are settled on the top. once you fluff they will be mixed well with rice. After mixing the color of the pulao will also enhance.

STEP-9

0.Transfer the pulao to the plate, your tasty Sindhi Bhuga chawal is ready.

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Sindhi bhuga chawal

Sindhi Bhuga Chawal Recipe

Updated By Geeta
Bhuga Chawal is a simple and delectable rice delicacy of Sindhi Cuisine which is made by caramelizing the onions. It is also called Sindhi Pulao or Bhuga Chawar or Sindhi browned onion pulao. Onions are the main ingredient of the recipe
5 from 6 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course, Pulao
Cuisine Indian, Sindhi
Servings 5 people
Calories 370 kcal

Equipment

  • Pressure cooker

Ingredients
  

  • 2.5 tbsp oil
  • 3 Onions chopped
  • 3 cups water
  • 1.5 cup Basmati rice
  • 1.5 tsp salt or salt to taste
  • 1.5 tsp red chili powder
  • 1.75 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • some coriander leaves

Instructions
 

  • Heat 2.5 tbsp oil/ghee in a pressure cooker. Add chopped onions to it. Cook on medium flame.
  • While onions are getting cooked, take 1.5 cups of basmati rice in a bowl.
  • Rinse well and soak the rice in water till onions get caramelized.
  • Cook the onions till nicely browned. Do not forget to stir in between otherwise the onions will burn at the sides. After some time, the onions will take nice golden brown color.
  • Further, add 3 cups of water to the onion mixture and stir.
  • Now add 1.5 tsp salt or salt to taste,1.5 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder, 1 tsp garam masala,1/2 tsp cumin powder, and 1 tbsp lemon juice to the onion water. We will add 1/2 tsp more garam masala to the rice once they are cooked.
  • Additionally add rice to the water, stir once and cover with the lid. I cooked it on a medium flame for 6-7 minutes and then on a slow flame for another 3-4 minutes up to 3-4 whistles. Whistles may vary according to the pressure cooker, heat, etc., Once the pressure releases from the cooker, open the lid
  • Sprinkle 3/4 tsp garam masala over the pulao.
  • Next goes finely chopped coriander leaves to it, fluff with a fork. Browned onions are settled on the top, once you fluff they will be mixed well with rice. After mixing the color of the pulao will also enhance.
  • Transfer the pulao to the plate, your tasty Sindhi Bhuga Chawal is ready.

Notes

  • Skip adding turmeric powder to the pulao and let the pulao take the color from browned onions which really looks tempting.
  • While browning the onions, keep stirring in between otherwise the onions will stick at the sides and will start burning, We want nice brown color.
  • Do not forget to add garam masala powder to the pulao. It takes the Sindhi onion pulao to the next level
Keyword Sindhi Bhuga Chawal Recipe, Sindhi onion Pulao, Sindhi Pulao

12 Comments

  • parul

    December 6, 2020 at 6:24 am

    5 stars
    Delicious and yummy

    1. By Geeta

      December 6, 2020 at 8:53 am

      Thanks

      1. Archana

        April 10, 2021 at 4:57 pm

        5 stars
        So easy to make and looks yummy.

        1. By Geeta

          April 12, 2021 at 5:47 am

          Thanks a lot, Archana!

  • IRA MEHRA

    January 11, 2021 at 11:34 am

    5 stars
    Too good. VERY WELL explained.

    1. By Geeta

      January 11, 2021 at 11:55 am

      Thanks a ton, Ira!
      “Geeta Ki Duniya” aims to make the cooking experience easy and enjoyable for everyone.

  • Rachana

    April 7, 2021 at 4:52 am

    5 stars
    So easy to make and looks delicious. Never know this variety of cooking rice.Will try it for sure

    1. By Geeta

      April 7, 2021 at 5:26 am

      Thanks, Rachana! Many people do not know about this easy and tasty rice delicacy. I recommend you try it out.

  • Gauri

    April 22, 2021 at 10:57 am

    5 stars
    Sindhi food tastes heavenly.It is a wonderful recipe.Sindhi Bhuga Chawal is my must eat Sunday Luncheon meal🙌

    1. By Geeta

      April 23, 2021 at 1:24 am

      Definitely, Gauri! In fact, Bhuga Chawal is very much part of my weekend menu.

  • Ninu Abraham

    May 21, 2021 at 3:00 pm

    Yummy Sindhi variety of rice

  • Sulu

    May 28, 2021 at 3:15 pm

    5 stars
    a dish that needs no accompaniments. can be had as it is.

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