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Vegetable Biryani

Vegetable Biryani

Simple Vegetable Biryani cooked in alternate layers of vegetables simmered in gravy & steamed white rice, in Dum Method.

** This recipe for Vegetable Biryani is tried and tested by many readers. Each and every time this Veg Biryani is made, readers do come back and tell me how much their family loved it** 

Vegetable Biryani really does not need any introduction. This Indian descent rice dish has acclaimed fame all over the world. Walk into any Indian restaurant in the world, Vegetable Biryani has a place on its menu.

Let me tell you about some amazing facts of Biryani – there are so many adaptations to this Rice dish across India. Every state/region have their own twist and flavours to this layered rice. How wonderful can it be…

Weekend’s are ideal to enjoy Biryani. I know a lot of you think – can you really have a biryani without meat? Well you certainly can.. . You just need to come out of the mind block and enjoy this gorgeous combination of layered rice.

Make a large pot of Vegetable Biryani along with some Boondi Raita and all that you will need is a bunch of friends around.. Isn’t it??

I did make some Hara Bhara Kebab { Green Goodness Kebab’s } for appetiser and 10 minutes Eggless Tiramisu jars for dessert.Vegetable Biryani

HOW TO MAKE PERFECT VEGETABLE BIRYANI?

The key step to a good Biryani is having the rice cooked to perfection, where every single grain of rice is fluffed and separated.  Once your rice is sorted, there are umpteen number of options for cooking methods, vegetable choices, spices and even toppings.

Biryani can be cooked in One Pot, Instant Pot or Many pots. It all depends on how much time you have got and what time of flavours you would like to achieve. There are cheat methods for an easy veg biryani too and my post will show you how.

Vegetable Biryani

If you are looking for alternative Rice Dishes to try, check out

Paneer Biryani

Soya Biryani

Mexican Rice

Instant Pot Pulao Rice

Honey Soy Fried Rice

15 minute Cauliflower Rice

Simple Vegetable Biryani,

Simple Pulao,

Mint Coriander Pulao,

Methi Corn Pulao,

Tomato Rice,

Vegetable Fried Rice

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Here’s my recipe for a simple fool proof Vegetable Biryani that will leave your guests finger licking.

VEGETABLE BIRYANI RECIPE BELOW

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Vegetable Biryani
Total Time
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Simple Vegetable Biryani cooked in alternate layers of vegetables simmered in gravy & steamed white rice, in Dum Method.

Course: Main Course, Rice Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4 People
Author: Sandhya Hariharan
Ingredients
Ingredients for Vegetable Biryani
  • 2 Cups Basmati Rice
  • 3 No's BayLeaf
  • 2 No's Black cardamom | Badi Elachi
  • 1" Cinnamon Stick
  • 3-4 No's Cloves
  • 1 Tbsp of Butter
  • 4 Cups of Boiling Water
  • 1 Tsp of Oil
  • 1 Tsp Cumin Seeds
  • 1 Cup of Frozen Vegetables Carrots, Beans, Sweet Corn, Green Peas, defrosted
  • 2 Medium Onions sliced thin
  • 3 Medium sized Tomatoes cut into chunks
  • 1 Tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste
  • 1 Tsp Kashmiri Chilli Powder
  • 1/2 Tsp Turmeric Powder
  • 1 Tsp Coriander Powder
  • 1 Tsp Garam Masala
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/2 - 1 Tsp Clove Cinnamon Cardamom Powder Mix { c3 mix} ******
Garnish
  • Coriander Leaves
  • Mint Leaves
Instructions
Directions for making Vegetable Biryani
First Step - Cooking the rice for layering

  1. Wash Rice under running tap water and keep it aside for at least 30 minutes. Heat butter in a non-stick pan. Alternatively you could use a combination of oil+ butter.Once heated, pop in the whole garam masala’s. Fry them for 1-2 minutes until done. At this stage, add the washed rice and fry them for roughly 4-5 minutes until all the water gets evaporated. Add 4 cups of Boiling water and allow to cook until its 3/4 done. Drain the excess water and spread them on a large plate.

Second Step - Preparing the vegetable gravy for layering

  1. The second step is to prepare the gravy. In a good tsp of Oil, add cumin seeds followed by ginger garlic paste. Fry until the raw smell is eliminated. Add sliced onions with a pinch of salt and fry until translucent. Add chopped tomatoes, saute until they get soft.It's time to add the vegetables and give it a good stir. Sprinkle turmeric, chilli powder, coriander powder, 1/2 the garam masala, 1/2 of the C3 powder mix and needed salt followed by 1/2 cup of water.Cover with lid and cook until the vegetables are nearly done. Turn off the gas and pour all the gravy aside into another bowl.

Third Step - To alternate layers of Rice and Vegetable Gravy

  1. The last and final step is to prepare the pan for dum biryani. In the very same pan that we cooked the gravy, spread a portion of the gravy ( containing the water + vegetables) in the base. Spread a layer of cooked rice followed by another layer of vegetables and then finally the rice. Sprinkle some C3 mix and some garam masala on the top. Cover with the lid and cook in low flame for 5 minutes. Turn off the gas and let them settle for about 10 minutes in the simmering heat within the pan. Just before serving, garnish with chopped coriander leaves and mint leaves and serve along with Raita.

Recipe Notes

C3 MIX - Ground Cinnamon, Ground Cloves & Ground Cardamom Powder mixed in equal proportion.

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  4. I prepare few different types of Biryani! 1. Mutton Biryani 2. Chicken and Veg. We love mutton the most, however veg option is much healthier and we often eat on regular days. I am yet to post my biryani recipe :))
    Your pictures look fab! Can I tag you when I post mine?

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  7. Hi sandhya.
    I cooked this dum biriyani. It came out like dream. It all got over in no time, I couldn’t even click pictures!
    Thank you so much for the recipe, perfect.
    Cheers

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  8. Hi I love this recipe and can’t wait to make it but I am baffled by the amounts that are shown as “Nos” Can you please explain this for me? I am in the uk.
    Thanks in anticipation x

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