Veggie Biryani Recipe: A Fragrant Delight

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Veggie Biryani Recipe: A Fragrant Delight

If you’re craving a flavorful dish packed with aromatic spices and wholesome veggies, this Veggie Biryani is the perfect recipe for you. It’s simple, satisfying, and guaranteed to become a family favorite. Let’s dive right in!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup basmati rice, soaked for 30 minutes
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 1 large tomato, chopped
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrot, peas, beans, and potatoes)
• 1/2 cup yogurt
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch ginger, grated
• 2 green chilies, slit
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 cloves
• 2 green cardamoms
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 tsp red chili powder (optional)
• 1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
• 2 tbsp oil or ghee
• Salt to taste
• Saffron strands soaked in 2 tbsp warm milk (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook the Rice:

   • Bring a pot of water to a boil with a pinch of salt.
   • Add the soaked rice and cook until 70% done. Drain and set aside.

2. Prepare the Veggies:

   • Heat oil or ghee in a large pan.
   • Add bay leaf, cloves, cardamoms, cinnamon, and cumin seeds. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
   • Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
   • Stir in ginger, garlic, and green chilies. Cook for another minute.

3. Cook the Masala:

   • Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.
   • Stir in coriander powder, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt. Cook for 2 minutes.
   • Add mixed vegetables and cook for 5 minutes.
   • Pour in the yogurt and cook until the oil separates from the masala.

4. Layer the Biryani:

   • In the same pan, spread half of the cooked rice over the veggie mixture.
   • Sprinkle half of the coriander and mint leaves.
   • Repeat with another layer of rice, coriander, and mint.
   • Drizzle saffron milk over the top if using.

5. Dum Cooking:

   • Cover the pan with a tight lid and cook on low heat for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

6. Serve:

   • Gently fluff the rice and serve hot with raita and papad.

Tips:

• For extra richness, fry some cashews and raisins in ghee and sprinkle on top before serving.
• You can add paneer or tofu for added protein.
• Adjust spices according to your taste.

This Veggie Biryani is perfect for a festive occasion or a cozy dinner. It’s packed with flavor, easy to make, and will leave everyone asking for seconds. Give it a try, and let me know how it turns o