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Chickpea Pumpkin Biryani Recipe

Chickpea Pumpkin Biryani

Chickpea pumpkin biryani is a delicious and healthy recipe. It is packed with nutrients and is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. This recipe is also vegan and gluten-free.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup white basmati rice rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup pumpkin pure
  • 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom

Instructions
 

  • In this section, we'll provide step-by-step instructions for making our Chickpea Pumpkin Biryani. This recipe is perfect for a cozy night in, and can be made in under an hour!
  • To start, gather all of your ingredients. Now that you have everything you need, let's get started!
  • First things first - cook the rice according to package instructions. While the rice is cooking, heat up a large pan on the stove over medium heat.
  • Add a tablespoon of oil to the pan (we like to use coconut oil), and then add in the onions. Cook the onions until they're translucent - about 5 minutes.
  • Next, add in the garlic and bell pepper. Cook for another 3 minutes before adding in the chickpeas and pumpkin puree. Stir everything together and let it cook for a few minutes more.