How to Make Authentic Vegetable Biryani at Home – Easy Indian Recipe

How to Make Authentic Vegetable Biryani at Home – Easy Indian Recipe

How to Make Authentic Vegetable Biryani at Home – Easy Indian Recipe

There's nothing quite like the rich aroma of biryani wafting through the kitchen. At IndianGroceryUK, we know biryani isn't just food—it's a celebration of Indian culture, spice, and tradition. This vegetable biryani recipe brings together fragrant basmati rice, fresh vegetables, and classic Indian spices in a dish that’s comforting, vibrant, and 100% vegetarian.

Whether you're cooking for family, guests, or just yourself, this easy veg biryani recipe is sure to impress.

🌾 Ingredients:

For the rice:

  • 1½ cups Basmati Rice (soaked for 30 mins)

  • 4 cups Water

  • 2 Bay Leaves

  • 4 Cloves

  • 2 Green Cardamoms

  • 1 Black Cardamom

  • 1-inch Cinnamon Stick

  • Salt to taste

For the vegetable masala:

  • 2 tbsp Oil or Ghee

  • 1 cup chopped Onion

  • 1 tsp Ginger-Garlic Paste

  • 1 cup chopped Carrots

  • 1 cup Cauliflower florets

  • 1 cup Green Beans

  • ½ cup Green Peas

  • 1 chopped Tomato

  • ½ tsp Turmeric Powder

  • 1 tsp Red Chili Powder

  • 1 tsp Coriander Powder

  • ½ tsp Garam Masala

  • Salt to taste

For layering:

  • 3 tbsp chopped Coriander Leaves

  • 3 tbsp chopped Mint Leaves

  • A pinch of Saffron soaked in 2 tbsp warm milk (optional)

  • 1 tbsp Ghee

🍲 Cooking Instructions:

Step 1: Cook the Rice
Boil water in a deep pan. Add whole spices and salt. Once it starts boiling, add the soaked rice. Cook till 80% done, drain, and set aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Vegetable Masala
Heat oil or ghee in a pan. Sauté onions till golden brown. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute. Add all chopped vegetables and cook for 5-7 minutes. Add tomatoes, salt, turmeric, red chili, coriander powder, and garam masala. Cook until oil separates and veggies are tender.

Step 3: Layer and Cook the Biryani
In a deep pot or handi, start layering:

  • A layer of half the vegetable masala

  • A layer of half the rice

  • Sprinkle mint, coriander, saffron milk, and ghee

  • Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients

Cover the pot with a tight lid or foil. Cook on low heat for 15-20 minutes (Dum method). Let it rest for 10 minutes before opening.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions:

Serve hot with:

  • Raita (yogurt with cucumber & spices)

  • Pickles and papad

  • Onion salad or lemon wedges

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