Hyderabadi Vegetable Dum Biryani

Hyderabadi Vegetable Dum Biryani is a layered rice dish that is cooked in a sealed pot, resulting in a flavorful and aromatic dish. The vegetables are first cooked in a flavorful broth, then the rice is added and cooked until tender. The dish is finished with a sprinkling of chopped cilantro and served with raita or yogurt.

Biryani is a dish that is believed to have originated in Persia. It was brought to India by the Mughals in the 16th century and has since become a popular dish throughout the country. Hyderabadi Vegetable Dum Biryani is a variation of the classic biryani dish that is made with vegetables instead of meat. It is a popular dish in the city of Hyderabad, which is located in the southern part of India.

Prep time: 30 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup basmati rice
• 2 cups vegetable stock
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 potato, chopped
• 1 cauliflower, chopped
• 1 cup green peas
• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

1. Rinse the rice and soak it in water for at least 30 minutes.
2. Heat the vegetable stock in a large pot.
3. Add the onion, carrot, potato, cauliflower and green peas to the pot.
4. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
5. Drain the rice and add it to the pot.
6. Stir to combine.
7. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is cooked.
8. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve.

Why It Works

• The use of a sealed pot helps to create a moist and flavorful dish.
• The vegetables are cooked in a flavorful broth, which infuses them with flavor.
• The rice is cooked until tender, but still has a slight bite to it.
• The dish is finished with a sprinkling of chopped cilantro, which adds a fresh and herbaceous flavor.