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Vegetable Biryani

Vegetable Biryani

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Vegetable Biryani is a majestic and aromatic rice dish that brings together fragrant basmati rice and a medley of seasonal vegetables. This regal preparation is inspired by the Dum cooking style of the Hyderabadi and Lucknawi traditions. Each grain of rice is infused with the essence of saffron, mint, and whole spices like cardamom and cinnamon. The texture is fluffy and layered, offering a burst of flavor from the spicy vegetable masala hidden within. It is the perfect centerpiece for a grand Sunday lunch or festive dinner, traditionally served with cool raita.

Prep Time40 mins
Cook Time45 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyHard
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Ingredients

2 cups Aged Basmati Rice
2 cups Mixed Vegetables (Carrot, Beans, Peas, Potato)
1/2 cup Thick Curd (Yogurt)
2 large Onions (thinly sliced and fried brown)
1/4 cup Fresh Mint and Coriander leaves
1 tbsp Biryani Masala
1 tsp Ginger-Garlic paste
A pinch of Saffron soaked in 2 tbsp warm milk
2 tbsp Ghee
Whole Spices (Bay leaf, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Cloves)
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Use aged basmati rice for long, separate grains; never stir the rice while it's boiling to avoid breakage.
  • Deep fry the onions (Birista) until perfectly golden brown and crisp; they are the soul of a good biryani.
  • Always use a heavy-bottomed pot or place a tawa under your handi during Dum to prevent the bottom layer from burning.
  • Marinating vegetables in yogurt makes them tender and ensures they don't dry out during the long steaming process.

Nutritional Information(Per 300g)

Calories

350 kcal

Protein

8g

Fat

12g

Carbs

52g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.