Vegetable Biryani

Name: Vegetable Biryani
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Basmati rice', 'amount': '2 cups'}; {'ingredient': 'Water', 'amount': '4 cups'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Ghee', 'amount': '3 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Cumin seeds', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Bay leaf', 'amount': '1'}; {'ingredient': 'Cinnamon stick', 'amount': '1 inch'}; {'ingredient': 'Cloves', 'amount': '3-4'}; {'ingredient': 'Cardamom pods', 'amount': '3-4'}; {'ingredient': 'Red chili powder', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Turmeric powder', 'amount': '1/2 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Biryani masala powder', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Yogurt', 'amount': '1/2 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Green chili', 'amount': '1, slit'}; {'ingredient': 'Ginger', 'amount': '1 inch, grated'}; {'ingredient': 'Tomato', 'amount': '1, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Onion', 'amount': '1 large, sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, potatoes, cauliflower, etc.)', 'amount': '2 cups, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Fresh mint leaves', 'amount': '1/4 cup, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Fresh cilantro', 'amount': '1/4 cup, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Raisins', 'amount': '1/4 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Cashews', 'amount': '1/4 cup'}

Vegetable Biryani is a fragrant and colorful rice dish that encapsulates the essence of Indian cuisine. This delightful one-pot meal combines aromatic basmati rice with a medley of fresh vegetables, spices, and herbs, creating a symphony of flavors and textures. Traditionally served at festive occasions, this dish is a celebration of rich cultural heritage, with roots tracing back to the royal kitchens of the Mughal Empire. Each spoonful transports you to a world of culinary elegance, where spices dance and the aroma of ghee fills the air.

Servings: 6

Ingredients

Basmati rice (2 cups)
Water (4 cups)
Salt (to taste)
Ghee (3 tablespoons)
Cumin seeds (1 teaspoon)
Bay leaf (1)
Cinnamon stick (1 inch)
Cloves (3-4)
Cardamom pods (3-4)
Red chili powder (1 teaspoon)
Turmeric powder (1/2 teaspoon)
Biryani masala powder (1 tablespoon)
Yogurt (1/2 cup)
Green chili (1, slit)
Ginger (1 inch, grated)
Tomato (1, chopped)
Onion (1 large, sliced)
Mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, potatoes, cauliflower, etc.) (2 cups, chopped)
Fresh mint leaves (1/4 cup, chopped)
Fresh cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped)
Raisins (1/4 cup)
Cashews (1/4 cup)

Instructions

Wash the basmati rice under running water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.
In a large pot, heat ghee over medium heat. Add cumin seeds, bay leaf, cinnamon stick, cloves, and cardamom pods. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.
Add the sliced onions and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the grated ginger and slit green chili, sautéing for an additional minute.
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften, approximately 3-4 minutes.
Mix in the chopped mixed vegetables and cook for 5 minutes until slightly tender.
Sprinkle in the biryani masala powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Stir well to combine with the vegetables.
Gently fold in the soaked and drained basmati rice, ensuring it is coated with the spice mixture.
Pour in the water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed.
In a separate small pan, heat a tablespoon of ghee and add the cashews and raisins. Fry until the cashews turn golden brown and the raisins plump up, about 2-3 minutes.
Once the rice is cooked, remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork. Garnish with fried cashews, raisins, chopped cilantro, and mint leaves.
Serve hot alongside raita or a salad for a complete meal.

Dietary Information

Servings: 6 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 30 minutes • Cook Time: 30 minutes • Calories: 400 • Fat: 20g • Carbs: 50g • Protein: 10g • Sodium: 300mg • Sugar: 5g

Vegetable Biryani

Servings: 6

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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