Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
2 unit

Cloves

Whole

2 unit

Cardamom

Pods/Seeds

1 inch

Cinnamon Stick

Piece

1 tsp

Black Peppercorns

Whole

1 tsp

Fennel Seeds

Whole

1 unit

Star Anise

Whole

2 unit

Stone Flower

Small

1 cup

Rice

Uncooked

1 unit

Carrot

Diced

0.5 cup

Green Beans

Cut lengthwise

1 unit

Potato

Diced

0.25 cup

Green Peas

Frozen

12 unit

Pearl Onions

Finely chopped

2 unit

Tomatoes

Roughly chopped

4 clove

Garlic

Finely chopped

1 inch

Ginger

Finely chopped

1 unit

Bay Leaf

Roughly torn

0.25 cup

Mint Leaves

Roughly chopped

1 tsp

Red Chilli Powder

1 tbsp

Coriander Powder

1 tbsp

Ghee

1 tsp

Salt

1 tbsp

Ghee

0.25 cup

Cashew Nuts

Broken

Step 1
~4 min

Gather and prepare all ingredients.

Step 2
~4 min

Roast cloves, cardamom, peppercorns, fennel seeds, cinnamon, star anise, and stone flower in a pan for about a minute until fragrant.

Step 3
~4 min

Grind the roasted spices into a fine powder to create the Biryani Masala.

Step 4
~4 min

Heat ghee in a pressure cooker over medium heat.

Step 5
~4 min

Add onion, ginger, and garlic and sauté until the onions soften.

Step 6
~4 min

Add tomatoes and cook until softened.

Step 7
~4 min

Add carrot, green beans, potato, and green peas to the pressure cooker.

Step 8
~4 min

Add the Biryani Masala, coriander powder, and red chilli powder. Sauté for a few minutes until the vegetables are coated with the masalas.

Step 9
~4 min

Stir in mint leaves and salt.

Step 10
~4 min

Add 2 cups of water and pressure cook the biryani for 2 whistles.

Step 11
~4 min

Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 3 minutes, then turn off the heat.

Step 12
~4 min

Allow the pressure to release naturally.

Step 13
~4 min

Open the cooker and let the biryani rest for a minute before stirring.

Step 14
~4 min

In a separate pan, heat ghee over medium heat.

Step 15
~4 min

Add cashew nuts and roast until golden and crisp.

Step 16
~4 min

Stir the roasted cashews into the biryani.

Step 17
~4 min

Transfer to a serving bowl.

Step 18
~4 min

Serve hot with Tomato Onion Raita and Paneer Kurma.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the spice level to your preference.

Soak the rice for 30 minutes before cooking for a softer texture.

Garnish with fried onions for added flavor and texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Moderate
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with raita or a vegetable curry.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Tomato Onion Raita
Paneer Kurma
Cucumber Raita

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Tamil Nadu, India

Cultural Significance

Chettinad cuisine is known for its use of aromatic spices.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Weddings
Festivals

Occasion Tags

Weekend Meal
Family Dinner
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

75/100

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