#diced

We meet with Luyou, who is known in her ttrpg community as a wonderful host, with mouth watering meals before her games.

Arsène and DICED are not responsible for the crimes you may commit because of the hunger we caused.

Vegetarian Biryani

Vegetarian Biryani is a delightful and aromatic rice dish that combines a variety of vegetables, fragrant spices, and basmati rice. Here's a step-by-step recipe to prepare a rich and flavorful Vegetarian Biryani at chaskka.

Ingredients:

For Rice:

2 cups Basmati rice

4 cups water

2 bay leaves

4-5 cloves

2-3 green cardamom pods

1-inch cinnamon stick

1 star anise

1 teaspoon salt

For Vegetables:

2 tablespoons oil or ghee

1 teaspoon cumin seeds

1 large onion, thinly sliced

1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste

1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, beans, and potatoes), diced

1 cup cauliflower florets

1 green bell pepper, sliced

1 large tomato, chopped

1/2 cup thick yogurt

Salt to taste

For Biryani Masala:

1 teaspoon turmeric powder

2 teaspoons coriander powder

1 teaspoon cumin powder

1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)

1 teaspoon garam masala

1 teaspoon biryani masala (optional, for added flavor)

1/4 teaspoon saffron strands soaked in 2 tablespoons warm milk (optional, for color and aroma)

For Layering and Garnish:

1/4 cup fresh cilantro (coriander) leaves, chopped

1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped

2 tablespoons fried onions (optional, for garnish)

1/4 cup cashew nuts and raisins, fried (optional)

2 tablespoons ghee or oil

“3 roma tomatoes , very finely diced (or 8 oz. tomato sauce)“