Hari Bhari Biryani (Veg Biryani)

Does the name 'Hari bhari biryani' sound unique? If 'yes' then believe me the recipe itself will do justice to that. It is the most fast and easy to cook biryani I have ever made in my life which can be prepared within 15 minutes. Its a rare combination of healthy and tasty dish also. Its just like a normal biryani but with a special ingredient of 'Green chutney' (mint coriander chutney). It makes the biryani simply delicious. This recipe is completely my own brain-child. I prepare it very often and a common item in my hubby's lunch box. It goes very well with Raita and Green chutney.




Ingredients for green chutney:
50 gms coriander leaves (dhania).
50 gms Mint leaves (Pudina).
2 pods of Garlic.
2 green chillis.
1tsp. roasted cumin powder.
1 tsp. Fresh lemon juice.
1tsp. salt.

Method:
In a mixer grinder put all the ingredients and grind well to make a fine paste. Keep it in frdge until use.

Ingredients for Biryani:
3 cups Basmati Rice.
1 Carrot (Diced)
1 Small Cauliflower(cut into small pieces)
1 Capsicum (cut into small square pieces)
2 Large Onion (Chopped)
2 Cloves of Garlic.

Whole garam masalas (Cardemom, clove, cinnamon)
1 tsp. turmeric powder.
1 tsp.chilli powder.
1 tsp. garam masala powder.
1tsp. meat masala.
Salt.
Sugar.
Coriander leaves for garnishing.

Method:

1. Wash rice and drain out the excess water completely. Put the rice in a bowl and add meat masala, Salt and a pinch of Sugar. Keep it aside.

2. Heat oil in a pressure cooker and add whole garam masala . Now add chopped garlic and onion. Fry them for sometime and add all the vegetables and saute them for about 3 to 4 minutes. Add soaked Basmati rice, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, Garam masala powder and little salt. Stir for another couple of minutes. Now add 2 tblp. of freshly prepared green chutney. Add about4 cups water just upto the level of the rice and vegetables (dont add more water otherwise rice become soft). Close the lid and wait for the first whistle in the pressure cooker. Remove from heat. Wait for pressure to get reduced.Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with Raita and chutney.

I have send this recipe to participate in Rice Mela conducted by Srivalli. Thanks Srivalli for conducting this great event.