Veg Dum Biryani

Immerse yourself in the rich aroma of Veg Dum Biryani, where fragrant spices blend with tender vegetables and aromatic basmati rice. This slow-cooked masterpiece, adorned with crispy birista and fresh herbs, is perfect for festive gatherings or a flavorful family dinner that celebrates the art of Indian cooking.

BIRYANI MASALA INGREDIENTS:

2 tbsp Coriander Seeds
1 tsp Cumin Seeds
2 tsp Caraway Seeds
2 tbsp Green Cardamom
5-6 Black Cardamom
3-inch Cinnamon
1 tbsp Black Peppercorns
7-8 Spicy Red Chillies
7-8 Bay Leaves
2 tsp Cloves
3 Mace
1 tbsp Kasuri Methi
1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
1/2 Nutmeg, grated
Salt, to taste

MARINATION & COOKING INGREDIENTS:

250g Curd
3 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste
3-4 Green Chillies, made into paste
2 tbsp Biryani Masala
1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
2 tbsp Kashmiri Red Chilli Powder
1 tsp Spicy Red Chilli Powder
1 tbsp Coriander Powder
Salt, to taste
3-4 tbsp Birista Oil
Fresh Coriander, chopped
Mint, chopped
Vegetables (cauliflower, carrot, French beans, potato, green peas)
Birista (fried onions)

RICE INGREDIENTS:

500g Basmati Rice
Whole Spices: Bay Leaf, Cloves, Green Cardamom, Star Anise, Black Peppercorns, Caraway Seeds, Cinnamon
2 Green Chillies, slit
1/2 Lemon, sliced
Salt, to taste

FINAL LAYERING & DUM INGREDIENTS:

Fresh Coriander
Mint
Birista
Milk & Saffron mixture
2-3 tbsp Ghee, melted

METHOD:

Biryani Masala Preparation:
- Dry roast and grind all spices, then mix in turmeric, nutmeg, and salt.
Birista Preparation:
- Fry thinly sliced onions until crispy.
Marination & Cooking:
- Mix curd, pastes, powders, salt, oil, and veggies; marinate.
Rice Preparation:
- Cook soaked rice with spices until 70% done; drain.
Assembly & Dum Cooking:
- Layer marinated veggies and rice, top with herbs, birista, milk-saffron, and ghee.
- Seal and cook until fully done; fluff and serve hot.