Instant Pot Vegetable Biryani

This Instant Pot Vegetable Biryani is a quick and easy vegetarian meal to make any day of the week. Ready to serve in only 25 minutes.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Set your Instant Pot to "Sauté" mode. Heat the oil and add the onion. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened.

Step 2

Add the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute, until fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, salt, and pepper. Cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and rice. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Cancel the "Sauté" mode and close the lid. Secure the valve and set to "Manual" (High Pressure) for 5 minutes.

Step 6

Once the cooking time is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.

Step 7

Open the lid and gently fluff the rice with a fork. Stir in the drained mixed vegetables and cilantro.

Step 8

Serve hot.

Step 9

Tips:

Step 10

You can use any type of mixed vegetables you like.

Step 11

For a richer flavor, you can use ghee instead of vegetable oil.

Step 12

You can add other vegetables to this dish, such as peas, carrots, or potatoes.

Step 13

If you don't have fresh cilantro, you can use dried cilantro or another fresh herb, such as parsley.