As much as I enjoy cooking elaborate meals and spending precious time creating culinary art, there are times when I just want to come home and not take more than a few minutes to whip up a delicious yet wholesome dinner for my family. It is always at these times when I find retreat in my over-stocked pantry. I love my pantry, and I honestly believe that if I happen to have an unexpected emergency at hand, I’ll most probably be very well prepared to cook up a meal for 10 people using just its contents. I always make sure my shelves are well stocked with a variety of pasta, flour, canned beans, sauces and quick eats. I’ve always loved grocery shopping, which only added to my pantry stock. I love losing myself in the aisles with the variety of oils, sauces and international fares. Learning to grocery shop the right way is an acquired art. It takes brain power and perfect precision to buy things in just the right amount to stock a pantry. There were times when I would find myself staring at 5 cans of tuna, each with an expiry date well past. It took time, and a lot of practice, but I learnt. I now have the perfect pantry to help me build my meals each day. And at times like tonight, when all I want is a quick fix and hours in front of the TV, my pantry is what I can count on! This post was originally published in June 2014 and has been recently updated. If you enjoyed this recipe, then you will surely love my Keema Matar Pulao, Instant Pot Chicken Pulao and Mushroom and Peas Pulao recipe as well. Tried this recipe? Leave a Comment and let me know, also Rate it by clicking the number of stars on the recipe card. Want to share your version with me? Tag me on Instagram @hookedonheat
