Vegetarian Biryani Rice

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and aromatic Vegetarian Biryani Rice, a one-pot wonder bursting with bold spices and wholesome vegetables. Fluffy basmati rice is simmered to perfection with a medley of colorful veggies like carrots, peas, and green beans, and infused with the warm flavors of cumin, cinnamon, and cardamom. A touch of turmeric and garam masala adds depth, while fresh cilantro and mint provide a refreshing finishing touch. Perfect as a hearty main course or an irresistible side dish, this vegetarian biryani is both nourishing and irresistibly flavorful, ready in just an hour and ideal for feeding a crowd.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Basmati rice
• 3.5 cups Water
• 1 large Carrot, diced
• 1 cup Peas
• 1 cup Green beans, chopped
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 large Onion, sliced
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
• 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 1 inch Cinnamon stick
• 4 whole Cloves
• 3 pods Cardamom pods
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.25 cup Fresh mint leaves, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice in cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for 20 minutes, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add cumin seeds, bay leaf, cinnamon stick, cloves, and cardamom pods. Sauté for about 30 seconds until aromatic.

Step 3

Add sliced onions and sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cook for another minute.

Step 5

Add the diced carrots, peas, green beans, and red bell pepper. Cook for 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 6

Stir in turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well to coat the vegetables with the spices.

Step 7

Add the drained basmati rice to the pot and gently stir to combine with the vegetables and spices.

Step 8

Pour in 3.5 cups of water, stir, and bring to a boil.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until the rice is cooked and the water has evaporated.

Step 10

Turn off the heat and let the biryani sit, covered, for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 11

Fluff the rice gently with a fork, and garnish with chopped cilantro and mint leaves before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2172.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1272.8

Total Fat 46.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4882.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 195.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.2g	0%
Total Sugars 35.6g
Protein 36.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 622.6mg	0%
Iron 23.5mg	0%
Potassium 2454.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.0%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 58.1%