Quinoa Biryani
Indian
Intermediate
Main CourseRajma & Quinoa Biryani: A High-Protein Twist To Comfort Food
Quinoa Biryani
53 mins
Cooking Time
Intermediate
Difficulty
26
Ingredients
Vegetarian
Diet
Rajma & quinoa biryani brings together traditional flavours with a nutritious twist. Each bite combines tender rajma, aromatic spices, and quinoa’s light texture for a balanced, fragrant dish. The slow-simmered masala creates depth while the layering captures the comfort of biryani without being heavy on the stomach.
Ingredients
UNITSIngredients
For Cooking Quinoa and Rajma:
½ cupQuinoa (uncooked)
1 cupWater (for cooking quinoa)
½ cup Rajma (kidney beans), soaked overnight and boiled until soft
¼ teaspoonSalt
For the Biryani Base:
1 tablespoonGhee
½ teaspoonCumin seeds
1Bay leaf
2Cloves
2Green cardamom
1 small pieceCinnamon stick
1 largeOnion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoonGinger-garlic paste
1 largeTomato, finely chopped
1Green chilli, slit
½ teaspoonRed chilli powder
¼ teaspoonTurmeric powder
½ teaspoonCoriander powder
½ teaspoonGaram masala
¾ teaspoonSalt (adjust to taste)
2 tablespoonsYoghurt (whisked)
2 tablespoonsMint leaves, chopped
2 tablespoonsFresh coriander leaves, chopped
1 teaspoonLemon juice
¼ cupWater
For Garnish:
2 tablespoonsFried onions
for toppingFresh coriander leaves