This veg biryani recipe is delicious medley of succulent vegetables, spices, ghee, saffron, and flavourful basmati rice and is a must try!
1 cup basmati rice
½ teaspoon saffron threads
¼ cup low fat milk
Cooking spray
½ tsp whole cumin seeds
½ tsp ground cloves
2 tbsp garam masala
1 large potato, peeled & chopped
½ cup cauliflower florets, chopped
½ cup carrots, peeled & chopped
½ cup green beans, chopped
3 cups water
1. Place basmati rice in a large bowl then cover with water and soak for 30 minutes then drain.
2. In a small bowl, combine saffron and milk and set aside.
3. Spray a large saucepan with low fat cooking spray and heat to medium-high heat.
4. Add cumin seeds and cloves and sauté for 1 minute.
5. Stir in the chopped vegetables and stir fry for 4-5 minutes.
6. Add the rice and stir fry for 1 minute.
7. Stir in the water and garam masala.
8. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium, cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until water is absorbed.
9. Drizzle with the saffron milk then serve.
Serves 2
Calories 110kcal, Fat 1.5g, Carbs 19g, Protein 2g
