Wash and strain the rice

Wash the peas too and keep aside

Heat oil in pan add sliced onions,fry till translucent

Add the whole garam masala stir till onions turn a bit golden

Add the peas cook for few mins

Add the chopped tomatoes fry till they are soft and mushy

Add 4 cups water and give it a boil,add rice,salt and garam masala powder

Cook till rice is done

While serving garnish with cashewnuts