Chef Biju's Simple Biryani

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   Combine the rice and 3 1/2 cups water in a rice cooker and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions.

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   (Or cook the rice on the stovetop according to the package instructions.)

3. 3

   In a large deep pan, bring the oil to medium-high heat.

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   Add the chopped vegetables, onions, cashews, raisins and curry powder and saute until the raisins are plump and the curry powder is fully incorporated, 3 to 5 minutes.

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   Add the cooked rice; stir and cook until the rice is evenly distributed among the vegetables and the color is uniform, 8 to 10 minutes.

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   Add salt to taste.

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   Serve with plain yogurt or just a squeeze of lemon juice.

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