Mexican Biryani

Ingredients

This Mexican Biryani recipe replaces traditional Indian spices with Mexican spices such as cumin, chili powder, and oregano. It also incorporates Mexican ingredients such as black beans, corn, and jalapenos. We alse have the original recipe for Biryani, so you can check it out.

• 2 cups (470ml) basmati rice 2 cups (470ml) basmati rice
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
• 1 cup (235ml) vegetable broth 1 cup (235ml) vegetable broth
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories: 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat: 7g (1g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 65g (6g sugars)
• Protein: 9g
• Fiber: 8g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
2. 2.
   In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until softened.
3. 3.
   Add the bell peppers, jalapeno pepper, cumin, chili powder, and oregano. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. 4.
   Add the rice, black beans, corn, and vegetable broth. Stir to combine.
5. 5.
   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
6. 6.
   Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Basmati rice — Rinse the rice thoroughly to remove excess starch and prevent the rice from becoming sticky.
• Jalapeno pepper — Wear gloves when handling jalapeno peppers to avoid skin irritation.
• Black beans — Drain and rinse the beans to remove excess salt and improve the flavor of the dish.

Tips & Tricks

• Add a squeeze of lime juice to the finished dish for a burst of fresh flavor.
• Top with chopped cilantro and diced avocado for added texture and flavor.
• Use leftover rice to make this dish even easier and quicker to prepare.
• Substitute the black beans and corn with other vegetables such as zucchini or carrots.
• Adjust the spice level to your liking by adding more or less chili powder and jalapeno pepper.

Serving advice

Serve hot with a side of tortilla chips and guacamole.

Presentation advice

Garnish with chopped cilantro and diced avocado for a colorful and appetizing presentation.