Vegan Jackfruit Biryani Recipe

Indian CUISINE

Vegan Jackfruit Biryani Recipe

Discover a delicious vegan twist on the classic biryani with our Jackfruit Biryani recipe! Made with tender jackfruit, aromatic spices, and fragrant basmati rice, this dish is a flavorful and satisfying meal for any occasion. Learn how to make this easy and nutritious recipe today

Total Time

50 Minutes

Cuisine

Indian

Ingredients

12 Ingredients

Calories

250

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the cinnamon stick, cloves, cardamom pods, bay leaf, and cumin seeds. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 2

Add the sliced onion and sauté until golden brown.

Step 3

Add the chopped tomato, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes are soft.

Step 4

Add the drained jackfruit pieces and mix well with the spices.

Step 5

Add the coconut milk and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the jackfruit is tender.

Step 6

In a separate large pot, bring water to a boil and add the soaked and drained rice. Cook until the rice is 70% done. Drain the rice and set aside.

Step 7

In a large pot, layer the cooked rice and the jackfruit mixture, starting with rice at the bottom and ending with rice on top.

Step 8

Sprinkle garam masala over the top layer of rice. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and cook on low heat for 15-20 minutes, until the rice is fully cooked and fluffy.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped cilantro and fried onions, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Jackfruit Biryani!

2 cups basmati rice
1 large can young green jackfruit (in brine), drained and shredded
2 large onions, thinly sliced
2 tomatoes, finely chopped
1 Cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
1 Cup coriander leaves, chopped
2 green chilies, slit
1 Tbsp ginger-garlic paste
1/4 Cup cooking oil
1 Tsp turmeric powder
1 Tsp sahi biryani masala
1/2 Tsp saffron, soaked in warm milk
Salt to taste