How To Make Cheat’s Beetroot Biriyani
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 3 cups water
- 1 large beetroot, grated
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 green chilies, slit
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- 1/4 tsp garam masala powder
- 2 tbsp oil
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
Instructions
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Rinse the basmati rice in water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.
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In a large pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
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Add sliced onions and green chilies. Sauté until the onions turn golden brown.
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Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute.
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Add grated beetroot and cook for 5 minutes until it softens.
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Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
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Add soaked and drained basmati rice to the pan. Stir gently to mix everything together.
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Add water and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover the pan, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is cooked and all the water is absorbed.
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Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
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Fluff the rice with a fork and sprinkle garam masala powder on top.
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Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Calories : 380kcal
- Total Fat : 8g
- Saturated Fat : 1g
- Cholesterol : 0mg
- Sodium : 900mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 70g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 6g
- Protein : 6g
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