Harvest Fresh Veg Biryani Recipe – A Burst of Flavor in Every Bite!
Are you in search of a savory, fragrant dish full of nutrients? Our Harvest Fresh Veg Biryani recipe is one that will quite literally tickle the taste buds. The freshly harvested vegetables are stuffed with the finest basmati rice, complemented with spices, to bring the true authentic flavor of Indian cuisine to your home. Let’s get into this really tempting recipe!
Why Choose Harvest Fresh?
We bring vegetables picked fresh from local farms at Harvest Fresh to ensure that every bite of your delicious, authentic biryani is bursting at the seams with flavor and nutrients. So, why not try this particular recipe today? You have no idea how fresh produce can make a difference! Enjoy the Veg Biryani Recipe .
Ingredients for Veg Biryani :
For the Rice:
- 2 cups of basmati rice (washed and soaked for 30 minutes)
- 4 cups of water
- 2 bay leaves
- 3-4 cloves
- 2 green cardamoms
- A small cinnamon stick
- 1 tsp salt
For the Rice:
- 1 cup Harvest Fresh carrots, diced
- 1 cup Harvest Fresh green beans, chopped
- 1 cup Harvest Fresh peas
- 1 cup Harvest Fresh cauliflower florets
- 2 medium onions, sliced thinly
- 2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
- 2 green chilies, slit
- 1 cup thick yogurt (curd)
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1/4 cup mint leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup coriander leaves, chopped
For the Spice Mix:
- 2 tbsp ghee or cooking oil
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 2 tsp red chili powder
- 2 tsp garam masala powder
- 1/2 tsp coriander powder
For Garnishing:
- A handful of fried onions
- A few saffron strands soaked in warm milk
- Roasted cashews and raisins
Step-by-Step Recipe :
1. Cook the Rice:
- Take a big cooking pot: pour 4 cups of water into it and boil.
- Add bay leaves, cloves, cardamoms, cinnamon, and salt
- Pour in the soaked rice and cook until 80% complete. Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare the Vegetable Mix:
- In a big pan or kadai place a good quantity of ghee/oil for heating.
- Then, add cumin and allow it to crackle.
- Add onions and fry onions in this for browning.
- Throw the ginger-garlic paste and let it cook for a minute.
- Stir in the tomatoes and cook until it softens and breaks down.
- Now add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and garam masala. Combine.
- Toss in your fresh vegetables and let them cook for about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Now pour in the yogurt with mint and coriander leaves and mix until the vegetables are all covered in that great masala.
3. Layer the Veg Biryani:
- In a very heavy pan, put a layer of half the cooked rice.
- Spread the vegetable mix over the rice layer.Add the second half of cooked rice on top.
- Drizzle saffron milk over the cooked rice and garnish with fried onions, cashews, and raisins.
4. Cook the Veg Biryani:
- Seal the pot tightly with a lid or dough outside in order to trap steam.
- Cook on low flame for 20 minutes.
- Switch off and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Serve and Enjoy:
Serve this savory Harvest Fresh Veg Biryani piping hot with a side of raita or a mouthwatering cucumber salad. This is special occasion food, and hang out at home with a family, and it’s sure to become a favorite! Harvest fresh proudly present by Digital Garage. New Blog!