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Easy Vegetable Biryani

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A flavorful and aromatic vegetable biryani that's easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Dairy

  • 2 tablespoons milk, heated

Spices

  • 2 pinches saffron
  • 1.5 cups basmati rice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2.75 cups water ((amount of water may vary depending on the kind of basmati rice))

Vegetables

  • 2 medium white onions
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 tablespoon ghee
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 green chili finely chopped
  • 1 inch ginger, finely chopped
  • 4-5 pods garlic, finely minced
  • 12-15 pieces green beans
  • 1 large potato, peeled and cubed
  • 1 medium carrot, diced
  • 1 cup cauliflower florets
  • ⅓ cup green peas ((I used frozen))
  • 1 large tomato, chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • ½ teaspoon Indian chili powder ((spicy kind))
  • 1 teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons coriander powder
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala ((divided))
  • ½ cup plain yogurt, whisked
  • ½ cup mint, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons coriander leaves, chopped
  • ¼ cup water ((while cooking the masala))
  • 1 teaspoon rose water ((optional))
  • 1-2 teaspoons ghee ((to top the biryani))
  • 1 squeeze lemon juice ((after cooking the biryani))

Instructions 

  • Soak basmati rice for 30 minutes, then drain.
  • Heat oil and ghee in a pot, add whole spices, and sauté onions until golden.
  • Add ginger, garlic, and green chili; cook for a few minutes.
  • Add vegetables, spices, and water; bring to a boil.
  • Add soaked rice and cook until water is absorbed.
  • Fluff with a fork, add yogurt, mint, and lemon juice before serving.

Notes

Adjust water based on the type of basmati rice used for best results.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Biryani