Description
Indulge in the aromatic delight of Restaurant Style Vegetable Biryani, a dish that brings together a medley of vibrant vegetables, fragrant basmati rice, and a symphony of spices. This flavorful biryani is not just visually appealing but also a wholesome meal perfect for any occasion—be it a festive gathering or a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 medium red onions
- 1 small potato
- 1/2 cup cauliflower florets
- 1 medium carrot
- 5–6 green beans
- 1.5 tablespoons ghee
- 2 tablespoons broken cashews
- Whisked yogurt
- Spices: cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, bay leaf, cardamom pods, cloves
Instructions
- Rinse basmati rice until the water runs clear; soak for 30 minutes and drain.
- In a heavy pot, heat ghee and sauté half the sliced onions until golden brown. Add crushed ginger, garlic, and green chilies; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in cubed potatoes, cauliflower, carrots, green beans, cashews, salt, and spices. Mix well to coat.
- Combine whisked yogurt with biryani masala; add to the pot with saffron soaked in milk.
- Layer soaked rice over the vegetable mixture and pour water carefully.
- Cover tightly and cook on low heat for 25-30 minutes until rice is fluffy.
- Fluff with a fork and garnish with cilantro and mint before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg