Vegetable Biryani With Spiced Lassi Recipe

Name: Vegetable Biryani With Spiced Lassi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups basmati rice; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 2 None onions, thinly sliced; 1 None green pepper, seeded and sliced; 1/2 head cauliflower, cut into small florets; 1/4 cup sliced almonds; 1/4 cup raisins; 1 slice (3/4-inch) ginger, peeled and finely chopped; 1 None cinnamon stick; 1 tsp red pepper flakes; 1 tsp ground turmeric; 3 None cardamom pods, bruised; 2 None whole cloves; 1 None bay leaf; 3 None tomatoes, finely chopped; 1 cup frozen peas; None None Naan bread, to serve; None None FOR THE SPICED LASSI; 2 cups chilled plain yogurt; 2 tbsp sugar; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 tsp ground cumin; 4 None cardamom pods, crushed; None None Chopped pistachios, to serve

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups basmati rice
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 None onions, thinly sliced
1 None green pepper, seeded and sliced
1/2 head cauliflower, cut into small florets
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup raisins
1 slice (3/4-inch) ginger, peeled and finely chopped
1 None cinnamon stick
1 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tsp ground turmeric
3 None cardamom pods, bruised
2 None whole cloves
1 None bay leaf
3 None tomatoes, finely chopped
1 cup frozen peas
None None Naan bread, to serve
None None FOR THE SPICED LASSI
2 cups chilled plain yogurt
2 tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp ground cumin
4 None cardamom pods, crushed
None None Chopped pistachios, to serve

1
Rinse the rice in a colander under cold water, until the water runs clear. Soak in cold water for 20 mins. Drain well.
2
Heat the oil in large saucepan on medium heat. Cook the onion and pepper for 4-5 mins, until golden.
3
Add the cauliflower, almonds, raisins, ginger, and spices. Cook, stirring, for 1-2 mins, until fragrant. Add the rice and cook, stirring, for 1 min, until coated in the spices.
4
Add 3 cups water, tomato and peas. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 15-20 mins, until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender. Season to taste.
5
For the spiced lassi, combine the yogurt, 1 cup cold water, sugar, salt, cumin and cardamom pods in a pitcher. Pour into glasses and top with chopped pistachios.
6
Serve the biryani with naan bread and lassi.

659

kcal

Calories

Fat

116

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups basmati rice, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 2 None onions, thinly sliced, 1 None green pepper, seeded and sliced, and more.

Yes, Vegetable Biryani With Spiced Lassi falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Vegetable Biryani With Spiced Lassi

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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