Green Biryani (Vegan)

Biryani is a classic Indian dish, traditionally made with Basmati rice.
Try this vegan version!

Ingredients:

250g BASMATI rice (1¼ cups)
2 tbsp rapeseed oil
3 medium red onions, chopped
1/2 tsp salt
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp GARAM MASALA spice mix
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp chili powder
3 cardamom pods, seeded and ground
400g frozen peas (~3 cups)
250g broccoli florets (1 broccoli)
400ml vegetable stock (1½ cups)
200ml coconut milk (3/4 cup)
100g spinach (2 large handfuls)
15g chopped mint or coriander

Directions:

1. Before you begin, weigh the rice and leave it to soak in a bowl of water until you are ready to use it.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large, lidded pot (over medium heat). Add the onions, and add 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Sauté the onions, stirring, for 10 minutes.
3. Transfer the sautéed onions to a plate and heat another tablespoon of oil in the pot. Add the minced garlic and spices and sauté until fragrant (about 4 minutes). Then drain the soaked rice and add to the pot; mix with the spices.
4. Also add the peas, broccoli, stock and coconut milk and mix well. Bring to a boil over low heat, then cover tightly and cook undisturbed for 20 minutes.
5. Remove the lid and stir in the spinach (until it is warmed through and wilted). Season with salt and pepper to taste. Place the sautéed onions on top of the rice.
6. When the rice is cooked and all the water has been absorbed, cover again and let it stand for 5 minutes. If necessary, cover and cook for another 5 minutes.
7. When serving, garnish with chopped coriander or mint leaves.

Yield: 4 servings

Recipe: forkfulofplants.com