Veg Biryani - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Veg Biryani is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Sumana A spiced rice dish made with vegetables or meat, often served on large family-style plates.

Ingredients

1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 large onion, cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips
5 fresh curry leaves
1 medium tomato, chopped
1 cup uncooked basmati rice
1/2 cup fresh green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 medium carrot, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 cup frozen cut green beans, thawed
1 medium potato, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon biryani masala powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups water
1/2 cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until it shimmers. Cook onion and curry leaves, stirring occasionally, until onion is dark brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Add tomato and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3 to 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, soak rice in water to cover for 10 minutes. Drain well.
Add beans, carrots, peas, potato, chile powder, biryani masala powder, and salt to onion mixture. Cook, stirring occasionally, 2 minutes. Stir in drained rice and water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, until water is absorbed, about 30 minutes. Stir in cilantro and let stand, covered, 10 minutes before serving.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Veg Biryani good for PCOS?

Yes, this Veg Biryani recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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