Description
Aromatic and flavorful, Restaurant Style Vegetable Biryani is a delightful blend of vibrant vegetables, fragrant spices, and rich herbs. This dish offers an authentic Indian dining experience right at home. Perfect for family gatherings, festive occasions, or a cozy weeknight dinner, every bite promises an explosion of tastes that will transport you to India. With its beautiful layers of flavor and satisfying texture, this biryani is both nutritious and comforting. Easy to prepare with simple steps, it’s a versatile recipe that can be tailored to fit your culinary preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 1.5 tablespoons ghee
- 2 medium red onions
- 1 small potato
- 1/2 cup cauliflower florets
- 1 medium carrot
- 5–6 green beans
- Saffron strands
- Spices (cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, bay leaf)
- 1/3 cup plain yogurt (optional)
Instructions
- Soak basmati rice in water for 30 minutes.
- In a heavy-bottomed pot or pressure cooker, heat ghee over medium heat. Add half the sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Add crushed garlic, ginger, and green chilies; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in cubed potatoes, cauliflower florets, carrots, and green beans; cook for about 5 minutes.
- Incorporate spices and whisked yogurt into the vegetable mixture; mix well.
- Layer soaked rice over vegetables, pour in saffron-infused milk and water. Cover tightly and steam on low heat for about 25 minutes.
- Once cooked, let sit covered for another 10 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg