Vegetable Dum Biryani Dish (Print-Friendly Version)

Aromatic basmati rice layered with spiced vegetables, herbs, and saffron for a comforting slow-cooked meal.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Rice and Whole Spices

01 - 100 grams basmati rice
02 - 4-5 green cardamom pods
03 - 2 bay leaves
04 - 1 cinnamon stick
05 - 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
06 - Salt to taste

→ Vegetables and Marinade

07 - 480 grams mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, beans, potatoes)
08 - 240 milliliters plain yogurt
09 - 30 milliliters ginger garlic paste
10 - 1 teaspoon red chili powder
11 - 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
12 - 1 teaspoon biryani masala

→ Garnish and Flavoring

13 - 3 large onions, thinly sliced
14 - 60 milliliters ghee
15 - 15 grams fresh mint leaves
16 - 15 grams coriander leaves
17 - A pinch of saffron strands
18 - 60 milliliters warm milk

# Detailed Directions:

01 - Rinse basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
02 - In a pot, cook the basmati rice with green cardamom pods, bay leaves, cinnamon stick, cumin seeds, and salt until it is about 70% cooked. Drain the rice and set aside.
03 - Mix the chopped mixed vegetables with yogurt, ginger garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and biryani masala. Allow the mixture to marinate for 20 minutes.
04 - Heat ghee in a pan and fry the sliced onions until golden brown. Remove half of the fried onions for garnishing later.
05 - Add the marinated vegetables to the pan with the remaining fried onions and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
06 - Spread the partially cooked rice evenly over the cooked vegetables. Sprinkle chopped coriander, mint leaves, and saffron infused in warm milk over the top.
07 - Seal the pot tightly using foil and place the lid to trap steam. Simmer on the lowest heat setting for 45 minutes to allow the flavors to meld via dum cooking.
08 - Allow the preparation to rest for 10 minutes after cooking. Gently mix the layers before serving hot, garnished with reserved fried onions.

# Helpful Advice:

01 - Soaking the rice facilitates even cooking and prevents grain breakage.
02 - Full-fat yogurt enriches texture and flavor.
03 - Adjust red chili powder quantity to suit preferred spice levels.
04 - Dum cooking enhances aroma by sealing steam and flavors.

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