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Tuesday 1 April 2014

Veg Biriyani


IngredientQuantity
Vegetables(Carrot,potato,peas,
beans,cauliflower)
1 cup
Basmati Rice1 cup
Saffrona few threads
Milk2 tblsp
Onion
Green Chilli1
Tomato2(small)
Ginger1"piece
Garlic6
Cardamom2 pods
Cinnamon1"stick
Cloves2
Bay Leaves
Chilli Powder1/2 tsp
Turmeric Powder1/4 tsp
Yogurt1/4 cup
Mint Leaves1/4 cup
Coriander Leaves2 tblsp
Saltto taste
Oil+Ghee2 tblsp

Cooking Steps

  • Heat oil and ghee in a pressure cooker,add bay leaves,cinnamon stick,cardamom pods,cloves,grated ginger,crushed garlic,green chilli,sliced onion and fry till onion becomes translucent.
  • Now add tomato,turmeric powder,chilli powder and saute for a while.Add all the chopped vegetables,greens and salt.
     

  • Now add yogurt and mix well.Then add a cup of water and bring it to a boil.Add soaked rice along with 3/4 cup of water.Check salt and cover with lid.Put on the wait and simmer for 6-8 min.
      
  • Open the lid after pressure is released, add saffron in  milk fluff with a fork gently and serve with raita or any desired side dish.
      
Little words
  • The choice of vegetables can be varied as per individual needs.
  • You can add beetroot and it gives a pink colour.
  • Coconut milk can be added if desired.
  • You can even garnish with cashews fried in ghee.,

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