Vegetable Biryani

 

Vegetable Biryani

Vegetable Biryani

About vegetable biryani

Vegetable biryani is a popular dish from South Asia and the Middle East that’s full of flavor and color. It usually consists of aromatic basmati rice cooked with spices, vegetables like cauliflower, potato and carrot, nuts, and ghee (clarified butter). The vegetables are sautéed in an oil blend before they’re added to the pot with the rice. You can also top off your vegetable biryani with pomegranate or raisins and savor all those amazing flavors together! This dish is fantastic for entertaining since it looks as beautiful as it tastes – it’s no wonder vegetable biryani is a hit whenever there’s a get-together!

Nutrition Value

When it comes to health benefits, vegetable biryani is a filling, delicious dish that also happens to be nutritious. Additionally, it has a lot of fiber, which aids in a healthy digestive system and keeps you satiated longer. Additionally, because biryani is cooked in a sealed pot or pressure cooker, the amount of oil is limited, making it far healthier to eat than, for instance, a greasy takeout! What's nice is that choosing brown rice over white rice allows you to boost your fiber intake even further. Vegetable biryani is a great option if you want to eat delicious food without sacrificing nutrition because it offers a wealth of health advantages.

Ingredients

• To make vegetable biryani, you will need the following ingredients:
•  1 cup of Basmati rice, half boiled
• 1/2 teaspoon of cumin seeds,
•  1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon,
• 1/2 teaspoon of ground cardamom
•  1/2 teaspoon of ground cloves,
•  1 tablespoon of dried mint,
•  2 tablespoons of cooking oil,
• 1 onion, thinly sliced,
• 2 garlic cloves, minced,
•  2 tomatoes, finely chopped,
•  2 bell peppers, cubed,
•  1/2 cup of frozen peas,
• 1/4 cup of slivered almonds,
•  2 tablespoons of plain yogurt,
• 1 teaspoon of ground turmeric,
•  1 teaspoon of red chili powder,
• 1 teaspoon of garam masala,
• 2 tablespoons of green coriander, chopped,
• 3 tablespoons of butter,
•  1/2 teaspoon of saffron,
•  and 1 cup of warm water.

Procedure

1. First, heat the cooking oil in a large pot, over medium-high heat.
2. Then, add the cumin seeds, cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves and stir until fragrant.
3.  Next, add the onion, garlic, and a pinch of salt and sauté until the vegetables are softened.
4. Then, add the tomatoes and bell peppers and cook until they are starting to soften.
5. Add the frozen peas, almonds, yogurt, turmeric, red chili powder, garam masala, and green coriander and stir until everything is combined.
6. Add the basmati rice and throw until the sauce is very well circulated through the grains.
7. Following that, incorporate the margarine, butter, and water.
8. Bring to a delicate bubble, then turn down the intensity and stew for 10 minutes, or until the fluid is totally consumed.
9.  Switch off the intensity when the rice is completely cooked, then cushion it with a fork.

Garnishing and Serving

To serve, scoop the cooked vegetable biryani into a large bowl and garnish with green coriander, slivered almonds, or dried mint. Vegetable biryani can be served alongside raita or chutney and makes a great side dish for any meal.