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Indian Chana Masala Biryani

A delicious and hearty Indian dish combining the flavors of chana masala with biryani rice.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Basmati Rice rinsed and soaked for 30 minutes
  • 1 cup Chickpeas cooked or canned
  • 2 tablespoon Oil
  • 1 large Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 inch Ginger minced
  • 2 medium Tomatoes chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Yogurt whisked
  • 1 cup Water
  • to taste Salt
  • 1 handful Cilantro chopped, for garnish

Instructions 

  1. 1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
  2. 2. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  3. 3. Add minced garlic and ginger, sauté for another minute.
  4. 4. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.
  5. 5. Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook for a couple of minutes.
  6. 6. Add chickpeas and mix well.
  7. 7. Add whisked yogurt and cook for a few minutes until the oil separates.
  8. 8. Add soaked rice and water. Mix well.
  9. 9. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes or until rice is done.
  10. 10. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 4mg

Keywords

Biryani, Chana Masala, Vegetarian
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