Cook4me+ Biryani Rice

• 300 g of basmati rice, rinsed thoroughly in cold water
• 2 pinches of saffron powder
• 4.5 tbsp of indian spice mix
• 30 g of shelled pistachios
• 3 tbsp of groundnut oil
• 300 g of aubergine, washed and cut into small cubes
• 1,5 red onions, peeled and chopped
• 225 g of green beans, washed and cut into thirds
• 150 g of frozen green peas
• 60 g of raisins

A traditional Indian dish that is one of the most flavourful and vibrant rice dishes due to all the herbs and spices! A meal like this that maximises on natural flavour is a great way to reduce your salt intake.

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Prepare the ingredients.

Pour the oil into pre-heated bowl. Add the spices and the aubergine and brown for 5 mins then add the onion, green beans, raisins and green peas. Season with salt. Cook for 2 min. and set aside in a bowl.

Put the rice in the pan with twice its weight in water. Add the saffron and season with salt.

Cooking time: 5 minutes

Add the cooked vegetables and pistachios and stir to combine. Serve with meat or fish.