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Veg Paneer Biryani

Recipe by Indian Weight Loss Diet by Richa

A low‑carb, weight‑loss‑friendly vegetarian biryani where grated paneer mimics rice. The paneer is boiled with ghee, fluffed like grains, then layered with sautéed onions, mushrooms, capsicum and aromatic spices, finished with a touch of yogurt for tanginess.

EasyIndianServes 2

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Source Video
9m
Prep
29m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
48m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$9.25
Total cost
$4.63
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Boiling paneer with ghee to achieve rice‑like grains
  • Rinsing and drying the paneer grains
  • Frying onions to a golden brown color
  • Cooking paneer grains on high heat to blend flavors
  • Adding yogurt in the final steaming step

Safety Warnings

  • Handle hot ghee carefully to avoid burns.
  • Use a pot with a sturdy handle to prevent spills.
  • When making the well for yogurt, avoid splattering hot biryani.

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