Step 1
Wash and soak basmati rice for 20–30 minutes.
Step 2
Boil water with whole spices (bay leaf, cloves, cinnamon, salt).
Step 3
Add rice and cook till 70%done. Drain and keep aside.
Step 4
Prepare Masala: Heat oil + ghee in a pan.
Step 5
Add sliced onions and fry till golden brown.
Step 6
Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, sauté.
Step 7
Add tomatoes and cook till soft.
Step 8
Add all spices (turmeric, red chili, biryani masala, salt).
Step 9
Add vegetables and cook for 5–7 minutes.
Step 10
Add curd, mix well and cook till oil separates.
Step 11
Layering: In a pot, spread a layer of rice.
Step 12
Add a layer of vegetable masala.
Step 13
Repeat layers.
Step 14
Top with coriander, mint, and a little ghee.
Step 15
Dum Cooking: Cover tightly and cook on low flame for 10–15 minutes.
Step 16
You can place a tawa below for even heat
