Among briyani varieties this is a different one . This is a one pot meal and also perfect for lunch box. Rich in protein and fibre.
Ingredients
Bay leaf…..1
Kalpasi……2
Star Anise…..1
Onion…..2
Tomatoes…..2
Mint leaves….few
Coriander leaves…few
Oil…..4 tbs
Rice…..1 cup
For grinding
Ginger…….a small piece
Garlic…….8 cloves
Saunf……1 tsp
Cinnamon…2 small pieces
Cloves…2
Cardomom…1 or 2
Soak 1/2 cup channa for 8 hrs. And pressure cook it for 3 whistles. It should not be mushy .It should be done only 3/4 th.
Method
In a pressure cooker put 4 to 5 tbs oil put bayleaf,kalpasi,star anise,then add chopped onions then chopped tomatoes.
Add little salt. Fry till it blends.
Now add 1/4 tsp turmeric,1/2tspchilli powder, coriander powder 1 tsp,can add garam masala or briyani masala 1 tsp. And saute well.
Add cooked channa.
Mix and add rice to it.
Then add 2 cups of water.
Check for salt .
Now add mint leaves .
Cook for 2 whistles.
When done add finely chopped Coriander leaves.
Serve with carrot,cucumber and onion raita also papads.
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