First up: In a bowl- Was & Soak the measured Rice for about 30-40 mins time- Set aside for later use...Keep rest all other ingredients handy for use, one after the other

In a frying pan: Add in the oil, heat up over the medium flame & then add in the chopped onions, tomatoes, green chillies, red chillies, salt, black peppers & red chilli powder- sauté gently for 5-6 mins time stirring continuously- Let it cool down once done, blend it to a smooth paste

Transfer it to a large mixing bowl: Add in the paneer slices & green peas to it, coat well & set aside for about 45-60 mins time with the lid on- in this marinade

In a large saucepan/frying pan over the medium-high flame : Add in the oil/ghee, then goes in the tempering spices- allow it to crackle & release its fine aroma- Add in the Blended mixture of Paneer & peas to it- Sauté nicely

Add in some more salt (if required), sugar, turmeric and red chilli powders & sauté until the oil surfaces up to the pan- Add some water to it to prevent sticking to the bottom of the pan

Once nicely cooked: Add in the soaked rice to it & continue sautéing until well combined & cooked along with the Rice & sautéed spices mixture, paneer & green peas, add in the slit chillies & keep sautéing

Now, add in the measured water & mix everything well together until nicely combined & check the seasonings at this point to ensure, all are well incorporated & balanced

Cover & cook for about another 10-15 mins time, lower the flame to low-medium, until it’s almost done- check in between & stir gently and occasionally- Once done: Turn off the flame

Let it sit on the hot oven for another 10-12 mins time before serving it piping hot with your choicest raita, Chutney or something similar...

Garnish with some freshly chopped coriander & mint leaves or sliced onions & lemon wedges, a handful of roasted cashews/walnuts, etc....Enjoy your meal