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Vegetarian Biryani
A quick and easy Biryani. A popular ans fragrant rice dish infused with Indian spices.



Serves 4 (Estimated) Rating 5/5






Prep Time 20 Minutes Cooking Time 45 Minutes
Ingredients |
2 tablespoons olive oil |
1 large onion, thinly sliced |
500g chopped or thinly sliced vegetables (you choose) |
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped |
1 tablespoon ginger, finely chopped |
2 tablespoons cumin |
1 tablespoon coriander |
1 teaspoon chili powder |
1 teaspoon cinnamon |
½ teaspoon cardamom |
1 teaspoon turmeric |
1 bay leaf |
1 litre vegetable stock |
500g basmati rice, rinsed |
1 teaspoon salt |
500g chickpeas, drained, rinsed |
250g cup raisins |
For garnish: cashews and chopped cilantro |
Method |
Heat oil over medium-high heat in a pan or skillet. |
Add the onion and sauté, stirring often, until tender and golden. |
Turn heat to medium, add your vegetables, garlic and ginger, and cook 4-5 minutes. |
Add spices and bay leaf, and stir one minute, toasting the spices. |
Now add the basmati rice, and saute one-minute stirring. |
Next add stock and salt. |
Top with chickpeas and raisins. |
Bring to a simmer over high heat, then lower heat to low. |
Now simmer on low 25-30 minutes or until the rice has soaked up the liquid. |
Fluff up with a fork and top with the toasted cashew and cilantro. |