Bhogi Special Biryani | Allergy-Free Harvest Biryani | Vegan, Nut-Free, Dairy-Free Recipe

Bring water to a rolling boil with salt, a little oil, and turmeric.

Add washed basmati rice and moonong dal. Mix well and cook till the rice is about 3/4 done.

Drain the rice and dal mixture and keep aside.

Heat a heavy bottom pot and add oil. Once hot, add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and hing powder.

Add finely chopped onions and sauté till the onions turn translucent.

Add chopped tomatoes and salt. Cook till the chopped tomatoes turn mushy.

Add dry masalas: turmeric powder, red chili powder, and bura masala. Mix well.

Add winter vegetables and a little jaggery. Mix everything well.

Add some water, cover, and cook till the vegetables are about 3/4 cooked.

Once the veggies are ready, gently layer the cooked rice and dal on top without mixing.

Cover and let it simmer on low flame for about 25 to 30 minutes.

Finish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve hot.

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