Biryani is one of my favorite ways to feed my children vegetables without them whining. This dish is rich and filling with all the good nutritional value the mix of vegetables brings to one plate. So here to the vegetable biryani, the easy way.
Indian cuisine
Vegetables, in general, are bland and need something extra to boost their flavor. Learning about different cuisines could be one answer to what could be the flavor booster for your vegetables.
Indian cuisine is one of the most famous cuisines worldwide. The different colors and spices are beautiful. And for heat lovers, it might be the dream food.
The spices used in Indian cuisine are rich enough to mask any undesirable vegetables. Kids are more likely to eat greens if camouflaged under another color or taste.
Why biryani?
Biryani has become my go-to meal for an easy-filling dinner. It is a great recipe, other than soup, to clean up your fridge from unused vegetables.
It is an All-one meal that you can make in one pot. Of course, you must pre-cook the rice, but that’s it. You don’t need to bring out all your pots and bowl to make dinner. I also like chopping or dicing everything without extra effort to make them all even.
It is also a one-size-fits-all recipe. You can make it with beef, chicken, and even shrimp. But it can easily be made vegetarian and will be just as delicious.
What kind of vegetables do you need?
You will need mostly root vegetables, but anything will work. I usually use turnips, carrots, potatoes, peas, and green beans. It all depends on the season. In the warm season, you may use potatoes, green beans, tomatoes, eggplant, zucchini, corn, peppers, carrots, peas, potatoes, turnips, and even leafy greens in the cool season.
Does biryani seem like a complicated dish?
My apologies to my Indian friends, but you don’t have to follow all the intricate details. It is an inspiration before it is authenticated. Let’s leave the authenticity to the pros and make our life easier with our version.
What’s the secret?
The secret to an excellent and tasty biryani is using a lot of coriander and mint. These herbs go well together. Those who do not like coriander or cilantro, should pair it with mint and see the change in flavor.
The secret also is in giving the vegetables and spices plenty of time to saute and combine the flavors.
