Butternut Squash Biryani by Holy Cow

– 5 cups butternut squash cut into 1/2-inch cubes
– 1 small head of cauliflower, separated into florets
– 1 tsp coconut or any vegetable oil
– 1 tsp shahjeera or caraway seeds (Can substitute with regular cumin seeds if unavailable)
– 2 dry bay leaves
– 1 tsp garlic paste
– 1 tsp ginger paste
– 2 tbsp biryani masala
– 1/2 tsp turmeric
– 1/2 tsp cayenne or any red chili pepper powder
– 3/4 cup cashew yogurt
– 1/4 cup fried onions, like French’s (optional, but really nice in biryanis)
– 1 tsp dry Mint leaves
– 1 tsp dry dill leaves
– 2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves
– 3 cups vegetable stock (can sub with water)
– 1 1/2 cups basmati rice
– Salt and ground black pepper to taste

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 20 min
Total Time: 30 min