Ingredients and Weight:
- Basmati rice: 2 cups (500g)
- Vegetable oil: 1/4 cup (60ml)
- Onion: 1 medium (150g)
- Ginger-garlic paste: 1 tablespoon (15g)
- Green chili pepper: 1 (10g)
- Mixed vegetables: 2 cups (500g), such as carrots, bell peppers, green beans, peas
- Salt: to taste
- Garam masala: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Turmeric powder: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
- Coriander powder: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
- Yogurt: 1 cup (250ml)
- Water: 2 1/2 cups (625ml)
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Rinse the basmati rice and soak it in water for 30 minutes.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add the ginger-garlic paste and green chili pepper and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in the mixed vegetables, salt, garam masala, turmeric, and coriander powder.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables begin to soften.
- Drain the rice and add it to the pot.
- Pour in the yogurt and mix well.
- Add water to the pot and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
- Fluff the biryani with a fork and serve with raita or chutney.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1 cup):
- Calories: 320
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Protein: 10g
- Fat: 10g
- Fiber: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Fragrant and flavorful
- Colorful and vibrant
- Vegetarian-friendly
- Suitable for American taste buds
- Easy to prepare and cook
User Comments:
- "This biryani was delicious! The flavors were so rich and the vegetables were cooked perfectly."
- "I'm not usually a fan of Indian food, but this biryani changed my mind. It was savory, aromatic, and very satisfying."
- "The rice was fluffy and tender, and the vegetables were crisp and tender. This is definitely a dish I'll be making again."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use authentic Indian spices to enhance the flavor of the biryani.
- If you don't have garam masala, substitute with a blend of cumin, coriander, and cardamom.
- Add more or less green chili pepper to adjust the heat level to your preference.
- Serve the biryani with cooling raita or chutney to balance the flavors.
