firstly, in a small pan heat 2 tsp oil and saute 1 inch ginger, 4 clove garlic and 2 chilli.
also add 1 tsp coriander seeds, 1 tsp fennel, 1 inch cinnamon, 1 pod cardamom, 4 cloves and saute until spices turn aromatic.
further, add 3 tbsp coriander and 2 tbsp mint. saute until it shrinks.
turn off the flame and add ¼ cup coconut.
saute until the coconut warms up. cool completely and transfer to a small blender.
blend to a coarse paste adding ¼ cup water. keep masala paste aside.
in a pressure cooker heat 1 tbsp ghee and 2 tsp oil.
saute 1 tsp cumin, 1 bay leaf, 1 inch cinnamon, 2 pods cardamom and 4 cloves.
add 1 onion and saute until onions turn golden brown.
also, add 1 tomato and saute until tomatoes turn soft and mushy.
now add the prepared masala paste and saute until the raw flavour is gone.
add 1 carrot, ½ potato, 5 beans, 3 tbsp peas, 2 tbsp coriander, 2 tbsp mint and ½ tsp salt.
saute for 2 minutes or until masala paste is combined well.
add 1 cup sona masuri rice. make sure to soak rice for 20 minutes.
saute for a minute without breaking rice.
now add 2 cup water, ½ tsp salt and 1 tsp lemon juice. mix well and get to a boil.
cover and pressure cook for 2 whistles.
finally, enjoy rice bath with raita and cucumber.