Introducing Sweet Corn Biryani, a delectable dish brimming with the flavors of India, perfect for both lunch and snacks, ensuring a culinary delight in under 60 minutes! 🌽🍚
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Description:
Dive into the spicy allure of this Indian festive rice delicacy, sourced straight from the pages of the revered ‘Thursday’ magazine. Sweet Corn Biryani marries the richness of basmati rice with the sweetness of corn, elevated with an aromatic blend of spices. It’s a dish that promises to tantalize your taste buds with every mouthful, delivering a symphony of flavors that celebrate the essence of Indian cuisine.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | Basmati rice |
| 2 tbsp | Ghee |
| 1 cup | Low-fat yogurt |
| 3/4 cup | Nonfat milk |
| 1/4 cup | Hot water |
| 1 | Onion |
| 2 | Tomatoes |
| 1 tbsp | Lemon juice |
| 1 | Bay leaf |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Turmeric powder |
| 1 tsp | Cumin seeds |
| To taste | Salt |
| 1/2 tsp | Sugar |
| 3/4 inch | Ginger |
| 1 clove | Garlic |
| 1 stick | Cinnamon |
| 4 | Cloves |
| 1 | Cardamom |
| A handful | Mint leaves |
| A handful | Coriander leaves |
| 1/4 cup | Grated coconut |
| 1-2 | Green chilies |
| 10 | Cashews |
| 2 tbsp | Raisins |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 539.8
- Fat: 21.5g
- Saturated Fat: 8.1g
- Cholesterol: 5.3mg
- Sodium: 1056.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 80.2g
- Fiber: 7.2g
- Sugar: 15.4g
- Protein: 11.4g
Servings: 3
Instructions:
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Prepare the Oil-Ghee Mixture: In a microwave-safe dish, combine the ghee and oil. Microwave on HIGH for 1 minute, leaving it uncovered.
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Add Aromatic Spices: Stir in the bay leaf, cumin seeds, and finely chopped onion. Mix well and microwave on HIGH for 5 minutes, keeping it uncovered.
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Introduce the Flavor Base: Incorporate the ground paste of ginger, garlic, green chilies, and grated coconut along with turmeric powder and finely chopped tomatoes. Mix thoroughly and microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes, still uncovered.
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Rice Integration: Add the rinsed and drained basmati rice to the mixture. Ensure each grain is coated with the aromatic blend. Microwave on HIGH for an additional 2 minutes, keeping it uncovered.
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Liquid Infusion: Pour in the low-fat yogurt, nonfat milk, hot water, and season with salt according to taste. Stir well to combine all the ingredients. Microwave on HIGH for 6 minutes, maintaining it uncovered.
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Incorporate Sweetness: Fluff up the rice gently, then add the sweet corn kernels, lemon juice, and sugar. Mix thoroughly to distribute the flavors evenly. Microwave on HIGH for another 6 minutes, uncovered.
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Final Touch: Cover the dish and microwave for 3 more minutes on HIGH. Allow it to stand for 2 minutes to let the flavors meld.
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Garnish and Serve: Garnish your Sweet Corn Biryani with toasted cashews, plump raisins, and fresh mint leaves for an added burst of flavor and visual appeal. Serve hot alongside onion-tomato raita to complement the dish’s spiciness.
Notes: To achieve the perfect texture and flavor infusion, always microwave any rice preparation for a minimum of 2 minutes covered as a finishing touch, ensuring each grain is cooked to perfection.
Indulge in the aromatic symphony of spices and the sweetness of corn with this delightful Sweet Corn Biryani recipe that’s sure to become a family favorite! 🌟🍽️
