RECIPE: Amala’s Special Biryani

Serves 2-4
INGREDIENTS:
Whole spices:
SaveAGram cumin seeds - 1/2 tsp
Green cardamom - 3
SaveAGram cloves - 4
Cinnamon stick - 1 inch piece
SaveAGram black peppercorns - 8 to 10
Other ingredients:
1.5 cups rice
Onion - 1 large, sliced or chopped
Ginger, pounded - 1 tsp
Garlic pounded - 1 tsp
Cumin powder - 1tsp
SaveAGram biryani masala - 1.5 tsp
Vegetables of your choice (we use carrots, potatoes and cauliflower florets) - chopped medium size, around 1.5 cups
Tomato - 1 medium, chopped fine OR 2 tbsp plain yoghurt.
SaveAGram cashew nuts, for garnish (optional)