Golden Chickpea Biryani Recipe

About this recipe

A fragrant and flavorful biryani made with protein-rich chickpeas, aromatic spices, and basmati rice. Perfect for a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 kg Basmati Rice
• - Tong Garden Cheddar N Jalapeno Chickpeas
• 500 g Onion
• - Tomato Ketchup
• 400 g Curd
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• - Red Chilli
• 45 g Garam Masala
• - Coriander Powder
• 100 g Coriander Leaves
• - Bay Leaf
• 50 g Cloves
• - Green Cardamom Powder
• 75 G Cinnamon Stick/ Dal Chini 75 Grams
• 100 g Salt
• 1pc Watermelon

Instructions

1. 1. Wash and soak the basmati rice for 30 minutes in water.
2. 2. Heat oil in a deep pan and sauté sliced onions until golden brown.
3. 3. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw smell disappears.
4. 4. Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and mushy.
5. 5. Add turmeric, chili powder, coriander powder, and garam masala; mix well.
6. 6. Add boiled chickpeas and gently coat them with the spice mixture.
7. 7. Stir in the plant-based curd, mint leaves, and coriander leaves.
8. 8. Add soaked and drained basmati rice, mixing gently to combine.
9. 9. Pour water and season with salt; let it come to a boil.
10. 10. Add bay leaf, cloves, cardamom, and cinnamon stick for extra aroma.
11. 11. Cover the pan and cook on low heat until the rice is fully cooked.
12. 12. Let the biryani rest for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
13. 13. Garnish with additional mint and coriander leaves before serving.
14. 14. Serve hot and enjoy the aromatic flavors of this hearty biryani.