Veg Biryani

Flavorful and aromatic vegetable biryani made with basmati rice, mixed vegetables, and traditional spices. Perfect main course for lunch or dinner.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 40

Total Time 1

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Asia, Indian

Calories: 320

1 1/2 cups (300 g) basmati rice

2 cups (200 g) mixed vegetables (carrot, beans, peas, capsicum)

1 large onion (100 g), sliced

1 tomato (100 g), chopped

2 tbsp (30 ml) oil

1 tsp (5 g) ginger-garlic paste

1/2 tsp (1 g) turmeric powder

1 tsp (2 g) red chili powder

1 tsp (2 g) garam masala

1 tsp (5 g) salt

2 cups (480 ml) water

5–6 fresh mint leaves

1 tbsp (15 g) chopped coriander leaves

Wash rice and soak 20 min; drain.

Heat oil, sauté onions until golden.

Add ginger-garlic paste; cook 1–2 min.

Add tomato, turmeric, chili, salt; cook 2–3 min.

Add vegetables; stir fry 3–4 min.

Add rice and water; cook covered 15–20 min until rice is fluffy.

Sprinkle garam masala, mint, coriander; mix lightly.

Serve hot with raita.

Nutrition (per serving): 320 kcal | Carbs 55 g | Protein 7 g | Fat 8 g | Fiber 5 g

Notes: Adjust spice level; add fried nuts if desired

Storage: Refrigerate 2 days; reheat before serving.