If you're looking for a tasty and healthy vegetarian meal, then look no further than this vegetable biryani recipe. It's packed with flavorful spices, aromatic herbs, and a variety of nutritious vegetables that make it a satisfying and wholesome dish.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
- 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, cauliflower, and potatoes)
- 1/2 cup cashews, soaked in water for 15 minutes
- 1/2 cup raisins, soaked in water for 15 minutes
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves
Instructions:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until they're golden brown.
- Add the cumin seeds, coriander seeds, fennel seeds, and mustard seeds to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the turmeric powder, garam masala, red chili powder, and salt to the skillet and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Add the mixed vegetables to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until they're tender.
- Add the soaked cashews and raisins to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Layer the cooked basmati rice and the vegetable mixture in a large pot, starting and ending with the rice.
- Cover the pot and cook on low heat for 10-15 minutes until the flavors are well combined.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro leaves and serve hot.
