Spicy Chickpea and Vegetable Biryani

Ingredients

• 2 cups Basmati rice
• 1 can Chickpeas
• 2 cups Mixed vegetables
• 1 large Onion
• 2 medium Tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Ginger-garlic paste
• 2 tablespoons Biryani masala
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 2 tablespoons Ghee
• 0.25 cup Mint leaves
• 0.25 cup Cilantro
• 0.25 teaspoon Saffron strands
• 4 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

1. 1Rinse basmati rice and soak for 30 minutes.
2. 2In a large pot, heat ghee and sauté chopped onion until golden brown.
3. 3Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for 1 minute.
4. 4Add chopped tomatoes and cook until softened.
5. 5Add biryani masala, turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Cook for 1 minute.
6. 6Add chickpeas and mixed vegetables and cook for 5 minutes.
7. 7Drain rice and add to the pot. Add water and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is cooked through.
8. 8Garnish with mint leaves, cilantro, and saffron strands.
9. 9Mix gently and serve hot.

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