Vegetable Biryani

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 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

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• rinse and soak rice for 30 minutes; drain.
• 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.