Indian Vegetable Biryani with Fragrant Spices

Name: Indian Vegetable Biryani with Fragrant Spices
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups basmati rice (rinsed and soaked for 30 minutes); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 cup onion (sliced); 1 cup mixed vegetables (chopped (carrot, peas, green beans, and potato)); 1/2 cup tomatoes (chopped); 1/4 cup plain yogurt (whisked); 2 cups water (boiling); 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 2 pieces bay leaves; 4 pieces green cardamom pods (lightly crushed); 4 pieces cloves; 1 inch cinnamon stick; 1 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1 teaspoon red chili powder; 1 tablespoon garam masala

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⏱️ 20m PREP

🔥 40m COOK

👥 4 SERVINGS

⚡ 350 CAL/SERV

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Overview

A richly spiced and aromatic one-pot rice dish packed with fresh vegetables, perfect for a hearty and satisfying meal.

Macronutrients per serving

grams

Protein

8.0g 10%

Fat

8.0g 10%

Carbs

65.0g 80%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin C

25% DV

Supports immune function

🔺 Iron

15% DV

Essential for blood production

☀️ Vitamin A

30% DV

Important for vision and immune health

🌾 Fiber

20% DV

Aids in digestion

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 1/2 cups basmati rice rinsed and soaked for 30 minutes
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup onion sliced
1 cup mixed vegetables chopped (carrot, peas, green beans, and potato)
1/2 cup tomatoes chopped
1/4 cup plain yogurt whisked
2 cups water boiling
1 teaspoon salt or to taste

Spices

1 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 pieces bay leaves
4 pieces green cardamom pods lightly crushed
4 pieces cloves
1 inch cinnamon stick
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1 tablespoon garam masala

Instructions

1 Rinse the basmati rice in cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 30 minutes.
2 Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds, bay leaves, cardamom pods, cloves, and cinnamon stick. Sauté until the spices are fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
3 Add the sliced onions to the pot and sauté until golden brown.
4 Stir in the chopped mixed vegetables and cook for 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
5 Add the chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt to the pot. Cook until the tomatoes soften, about 3-4 minutes.
6 Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pot, stirring gently to mix with the vegetables and spices.
7 Pour in the boiling water and whisked yogurt, then bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed.
8 Sprinkle garam masala over the biryani and gently fluff the rice with a fork. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.