This layered vegetable pilaf has layers of fragrant rice and cooked vegetables, making it magnificent on its own!
Prep Time: 30 MIN
Cardamom Chopped Onion Garlic paste Tomato Puree Slivered Almonds Cashews Basmati Rice Ghee or Oil Fresh veggies Ginger paste Cumin Seeds
Cook Time: 50 Min
Ingredients
Shahi masala - Add all the spices listed under "SHAHI MASALA" to a heavy-bottomed pan. Sauté them over medium heat until lightly brown. Once cooled, blend until powdered.
Prepare Veggies - Sauté the veggies over medium heat. Add bell pepper and cabbage and cook for a minute.
Prepare Rice - Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pan. Add water, rinsed rice, and salt. Give it a good stir and bring it to a boil. Gently mix the rice and parboil it for 4-6 minutes in hot water.
Assembling Biryani - Take a handi or a deep dish pan, and drizzle oil or ghee at its base. Add a layer of parboiled rice at the base. Top it with a layer of sautéed veggies. Top the final layer with fried onions and nuts. Cook for 10-15 minutes.