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.
Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 40 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr
- 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
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.