Vegetable Biryani

Vegetable Biryani
  • 1 cup Basmati rice
  • 1 1/4 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon whole cloves
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons garam masala
  • chili powder to taste
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
  • 1 tablespoon butter


  1. Rinse and soak rice for 30 minutes; drain.
  2. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Saute cumin seeds and cloves for less than 1 minute. Saute the onion, stirring constantly, until brown. Stir in rice and fry for about 1 minute, stirring. Stir in the water, salt, garam masala, chili powder and vegetables. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes, or until all water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and stir in butter before serving.

04/10/2017
Vegetable Biryani, recipe PT15M PT1H 5 455 calories

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