Vegetable Biryani

Ingredients

For Rice

• 2 cups Basmati rice
• 4 cups water
• 1 bay leaf
• 4-5 whole cloves
• 1 cinnamon stick
• Salt to taste

For Vegetables

• Mixed vegetables (choose any):
  • 1 cup cauliflower florets
  • 1 cup green beans, chopped
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup green peas
  • 2 potatoes, cubed
• 2 onions, sliced
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 4 green chilies

Spices

• 2 tbsp biryani masala
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1/2 cup yogurt
• Fresh mint and coriander leaves

Instructions

1. Prepare the rice:
   1. Wash and soak rice for 30 minutes
   2. Boil water with whole spices and salt
   3. Add rice and cook until 70% done
   4. Drain and set aside
2. Prepare the vegetables:
   1. Heat oil in a large pan
   2. Fry onions until golden brown
   3. Add tomatoes and cook until soft
   4. Add all vegetables and spices
   5. Cook until vegetables are tender
3. Layer and cook:
   1. Spread vegetable mixture in a heavy-bottomed pot
   2. Layer the partially cooked rice on top
   3. Add saffron milk and fried onions
   4. Cover tightly and cook on low heat for 20 minutes
4. Serve hot with raita and papad

Nutrition Information

Calories

450 per serving

Protein

12g

Carbohydrates

75g

Cooking Time

1 hour 15 minutes

Serves

4-6 people