[Recipes
Vegetable Biryani
Pillowy basmati rice pairs with fresh vegetables in this authentic rendition of a Northern Indian staple. Serve alongside a table full of flavorful curries or alone for a hearty vegetarian meal.
Cook Tip: Royal India suggests using as many fresh vegetables as possible, as well as Royal Garam Masala for the best flavor. In fact, they are so insistent on their spice mixture that they are willing to give out a free sample: email info [at] royalindia.com to get a one-time free sample for home cooking.
| Serves: | 4 | Vegetarian: | Yes |
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| Preparation Time: | 00:30 |
Cuisine: | Indian |
| Difficulty: | Easy | Meal Type: | Dinner |
| Main Ingredient: | rice | Dish Type: | Main Course |
| Main Cooking Method: | Stir Fry | Season/Occasion: | Any Occasion |
Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 gal. water
- 3 tsp. plus 5 Tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1 C. Basmati rice
- 1/2 Tbsp. cumin seeds
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 Tbsp. turmeric
- 1 tsp. Royal Garam Masala spices
- 1 lb. assorted fresh vegetables (or substitute frozen)
- to taste fresh cilantro, chopped
Directions
Add water, 3 teaspoons oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt to large pot. Bring to a boil and once it starts boiling, add rice. Boil for 10 minutes, then take a few piece sof rice out to test. Press grains of rice--if they are soft then the rice is cooked. If not, continue cooking for 1-2 minutes and retest. Once cooked, drain water and keep rice on the side.
Meanwhile, heat remaining vegetable oil in large pan. Add cumin seeds, mix well, then add onions. Stir until mixture gets light brown. Add tumeric, Royal Garam Masala, remaining salt, and vegetables. Cook until vegetables become soft.
Add cooked rice to vegetable mixture and mix well. Serve in a large plate garnished with fresh cilantro.