Introducing ‘Bamboo Biryani’ - a delicious and healthy biryani dish designed specifically for toddlers in Australia. With pre-prepared ingredients, this easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for busy parents, providing all the nutrition your little one needs without having to sacrifice on taste. With lots of vegetables, spices and healthy Aussie ingredients, this one-pot meal is a hit with the whole family! Try it today and see why Bamboo Biryani is one of the most popular toddler recipes Australia has to offer!

General Information

• Servings: 4
• Keywords: Bamboo Biryani, Rice, Vegetables
• Calories: 300
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fats: 7 g
• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 60 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 cups long grain rice, washed
• 1 tbsp vegetable ghee or oil
• 1 can bamboo shoots (285 g)
• 4 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
• 2 whole bay leaves
• 2-3 teaspoons garam masala
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1 green chilli, finely chopped
• 2 cups fresh mixed vegetables (such as carrots, green peas, beans, and cauliflower)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a pot, heat the oil or ghee over medium-high heat.
3. Add the garlic and bay leaves and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
4. Add the onions and sauté until softened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
5. Add the tomatoes and chilli and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
6. Add the bamboo shoots and mixed vegetables, give it a good stir then add the garam masala and a few pinches of salt. Stir to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
7. Add the long grain rice and two cups of water. Bring to a boil then reduce the heat and let it simmer until all the water has been absorbed and the rice is fluffy and cooked through, about 15 minutes.
8. For extra dinnertime fun, let the kids help layer the cooked ingredient into an oven-safe baking dish.
9. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and put it in the preheated oven for 30 minutes to let the flavors infuse together.
10. After 30 minutes, remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before fluffing it with a fork.
11. Serve hot with your favorite side dishes and enjoy!

Recommended Sides:

• Yogurt raita
• Mango chutney
• Onion tomato salad

Olivia’s Tip: To make the preparation process easier on mama, enlist your two boys as helpers. The 3 year old can help wash the rice and the 7 year old can help chop the vegetables. All in the name of family fun and bonding!