Vegetarian Biryani

Biryani is a popular rice dish in India and is known for its aromatic flavors and rich taste. It is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent and has since become a favorite dish in many parts of the world.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 21.

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Vegetarian Biryani

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Indian Courses: Lunch, Main Course, Rice Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Basmati Rice
• 1 cup Mixed Vegetables (Carrots, Peas, Potatoes)
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 medium Tomato
• 2 piece Green Chili
• 1 teaspoon Ginger-Garlic Paste
• 2 tablespoon Biryani Masala Powder
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
• 1 inch Cinnamon Stick
• 1 piece Bay Leaf
• 4 piece Cloves
• 4 piece Cardamom Pods
• 2 tablespoon Cashews
• 2 tablespoon Raisins
• 2 tablespoon Ghee
• 4 cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Coriander Leaves
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Mint Leaves
• 1 piece Lemon

Instructions

1. Wash the basmati rice and soak it in water for 30 minutes.
2. Heat ghee in a large pan and add cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, bay leaf, cloves, and cardamom pods. Fry for a minute.
3. Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
4. Add ginger-garlic paste, green chili, and tomatoes. Cook until tomatoes are soft.
5. Add turmeric powder, biryani masala powder, and salt. Mix well.
6. Add mixed vegetables and cook for 5 minutes.
7. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pan. Mix well.
8. Add water, cover the pan, and cook on low heat for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
9. In a separate pan, heat ghee and fry cashews and raisins until golden.
10. Once the rice is cooked, remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
11. Garnish with fried cashews, raisins, fresh coriander leaves, mint leaves, and lemon slices.
12. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 5g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.