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Veg Dum Biryani

Name: Veg Dum Biryani
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 3 tsp ghee; 1 tbsp oil; 1 cup basmati rice; 1 small cup saffron; 1 tsp fried onions; 1 tsp biryani masala; 1 handful of coriander leaves; 1 handful of mint leaves; 1/2 cup curd; 1/4 tsp turmeric powder; 2 tsp chili powder; 1 tsp coriander powder; 1 tsp biryani masala; 1 salt; 1 tsp ginger garlic paste; 2 onion; 1 green chili; 2 tomato; 1 carrot; 1 small cup beans; 1 potato; 1 cauliflower florets; 1/4 green peas; 1 tsp fried onions; 1 handfull of coriander leaves; 1 handfull of mint leaves

Hema Subramanian March 13, 2025

Servings: 4 Total Time: 1 hr Difficulty: Intermediate

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If you’re a biryani lover, this Vegetable Dum Biryani is a must-try!

Fragrant basmati rice layered with spiced marinated vegetables, topped with saffron water, and slow-cooked to perfection—this recipe is all about rich flavors and irresistible aroma.

Perfect for special occasions or a weekend feast, this dish brings the authentic Hyderabadi dum cooking method right to your kitchen.

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Veg Dum Biryani

Author: Hema Subramanian Cooking Method: Sauteing, Simmering Cuisine: Indian Courses: Lunch, Dinner Recipe Keys: Kids Vegetarian Meals

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 mins Cook Time 40 mins Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 4 Calories: 320

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Dietary:

O one pot meal V Vegetarian

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

3 tsp ghee
1 tbsp oil
1 cup basmati rice (cooked)
1 small cup saffron (water)
1 tsp fried onions
1 tsp biryani masala
1 handful of coriander leaves
1 handful of mint leaves

To Marinate the Vegetables

¹⁄₂ cup curd
¹⁄₄ tsp turmeric powder
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp coriander powder
1 tsp biryani masala
1 salt
1 tsp ginger garlic paste
2 onion (sliced)
1 green chili (chopped)
2 tomato (chopped)
1 carrot (chopped)
1 small cup beans (chopped)
1 potato (chopped)
1 cauliflower florets (chopped)
¹⁄₄ green peas
1 tsp fried onions (a few)
1 handfull of coriander leaves
1 handfull of mint leaves

Instructions

Prep Work

Soak the rice

Rinse the basmati rice and soak it in water for 20 minutes.
Marinate vegetables

Mix curd, salt, ginger garlic paste, and (turmeric powder,chili powder,coriander powder,biryani masala)spice powders in a bowl. Add chopped vegetables,peas,fried onions,coriander leaves,mint leaves and coat them well. Let it marinate for 20 minutes.
Cook the rice

Boil water, add soaked rice, and cook until it’s 3/4th done. Strain and set aside.

Method

Heat oil and ghee

In a pan, heat oil and ghee together.
Sauté marinated vegetables

Add marinated vegetables and sauté for 5 minutes.
Cook vegetables

Cover and cook for 15 minutes on medium flame until moisture evaporates.
Layer with rice

Remove half of the cooked vegetable masala and keep aside. Layer cooked rice over the remaining masala.
Add final layers

Add the remaining vegetable masala, then top with another layer of rice.
Garnish

Sprinkle fried onions, coriander leaves, mint leaves, biryani masala, and saffron water on top.
Dum cooking

Cover and cook on low flame for 15 minutes.
Rest and serve

Turn off heat and let biryani rest for 10 minutes. Serve hot with raita.

Equipment

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Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Cholesterol 10mg4%
Sodium 520mg22%
Potassium 420mg12%
Total Carbohydrate 52g18%
Dietary Fiber 5g20%
Sugars 6g
Protein 8g16%

Vitamin A 2200 IU
Vitamin C 22 mg
Calcium 150 mg
Iron 3 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: Vegetable Dum Biryani, Hyderabadi , meal

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Why soak rice before cooking?

Soaking basmati rice helps in even cooking and gives longer, fluffier grains.

Can I marinate the vegetables overnight?

Yes! Marinating overnight enhances the flavors even more.

Do I need to fry onions separately?

Yes, fried onions add depth of flavor. You can fry them beforehand or use store-bought.

Can I use regular rice instead of basmati?

You can, but basmati gives the best texture and aroma for biryani.

Why cook rice only 3/4th before layering?

It finishes cooking during the dum process, absorbing all the flavors.

What is dum cooking?

Dum is a slow-cooking method where food is steamed in a sealed pot to enhance flavors.

Can I make this biryani in a pressure cooker?

It’s best cooked in a pan, but you can use a pressure cooker without a whistle for dum cooking.

Why should I let biryani rest after cooking?

Resting helps the flavors meld together and keeps the rice fluffy

How do I prevent biryani from sticking to the bottom?

Use a heavy-bottomed pan and cook on very low heat for dum

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