Brinjal Rice - Baingan Biryani
Ingredients
- Uncooked rice 2 cups
- Bay Leaf 2-3
- Mustard Seeds (rai) 1½ tablespoons
- Big sized egg plant 3
- Green chilies 3 (or more to taste) (chopped)
- Tomato 1 Big
- Salt to taste
- Turmeric powder ½ teaspoon
- Lemon juice 1-2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Wash the rice thoroughly and soak for 30 minutes.
- Boil the rice. Cook completely.
- Drain and leave aside.
- Cut egg plant into 1 inch chunks.
- Chop the green chilies.
- Heat oil in a pan.
- Add bay leaves and mustard seeds until they start to crackle.
- Now add egg plant, green chilies, and tomatoes.
- Cover and leave to cook until tomatoes are soft.
- Once soft add turmeric and salt.
- Cover again and leave to cook.
- Once done add lemon juice and turn the flame off.
- Add the boiled rice and mix thoroughly.
- Brinjal (egg plant) Rice - Baingan Biryani is ready.
- Serve hot with fresh salad and raita.
- Enjoy!