🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Charcoal Biryani Kovakkai

Name: Charcoal Biryani Kovakkai
Prep time: 21 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 56 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste; 1, finely chopped Onion; 2, chopped Tomato; 1 tsp Cumin Seeds; 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder; 1 tsp Red Chili Powder; 250 g, chopped Ivy Gourd (Kovakkai)

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Indore cooking — Charcoal Biryani Kovakkai brings a charcoal touch with a classic biryani finish. About 56 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 21 min Cook 35 min Serves 2 Hard

Ingredients

Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
Onion1, finely chopped
Tomato2, chopped
Cumin Seeds1 tsp
Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
Red Chili Powder1 tsp
Ivy Gourd (Kovakkai)250 g, chopped

Optional extras

Green Chili1-2, slit

Instructions

1
Marinate the main ingredient with turmeric, chili, and salt for 15 minutes.
2
Heat oil; fry or sear until lightly coloured, then set aside.
3
In the same pan, saute aromatics and spices.
4
Return the main ingredient; add gravy ingredients.
5
Simmer covered until tender.
6
Reduce to coat; finish with herbs or cream if using.
7
Serve immediately.

Chef's tip

Serve hot with roti, rice, or soft paratha.

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