Kabuli Chana Biryani recipe serves 6. 

141 calories for 1 serving of Kabuli Chana Biryani, Cholesterol 0 mg, Carbohydrates 24.4g, Protein 4.2g, Fat 2.9g. Find how much fibre, iron, calcium, zinc, magnesium, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, folic acid is present in Kabuli Chana Biryani.

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kabuli chana biryani recipe also known as chole biryani is a unique blend of rice and pulses. Saffron-tinged rice is layered with a tongue-tickling kabuli chana gravy, covered with foil, and baked for a while till the flavours meld to make an awesome chole biryani one-dish meal.

veg chana biryani is way different from the usual vegetable biryani. The healthy chole biryani is protein packed as kabuli chana are rich in protein. It’s a perfect weeknight dinner option, you need no occasion or weekend to make healthy chana biryani. 

Kabuli chana biryani falls under the category of one-dish meal . I cook this low calorie chole biryanifrequently. It is my favourite brown rice based recipe. Brown rice combined and mixed with saffron milk and coriander, taste amazing and the mildly spiced kabuli chana gravy is finger licking good. This kabuli chana biryani is made with minimum and the most basic ingredients yet the outcome is too good and no compromise on the taste. 

People think biryani recipes to be long and complicated but this chole biryani is hassle free to make and is super rich in flavour. 

This kabuli chana biryani is so delicious that you just need to serve it with a cup of low-fat curd raita to make a tasty, healthy and satisfying meal. We have used brown rice in this kabuli chana biryani to boost the fibre content. You can go higher up the fibre path by tossing in some more chopped and boiled veggies. This will help to bring down cholesterol levels.

We would also advice you to maintain a small portion size of kabuli chana biryani, because it is always better to be satisfied with small portions of your favourite foods rather than having to totally avoid them.

Is Kabuli Chana Biryani  healthy?

Yes, this is healthy. But restrictions apply to some.

Let's understand the Ingredients.

What's good.

Kabuli Chana ( white chick peas) : Kabuli Chana which is used popularly in Chole in India is a complex carbs which prevents surges in blood sugar levels and is good for diabetics. Chickpeas are high in Fibre resulting in your stomach feeling a lot fuller than refined carbs. One cup of cooked chickpeas has 14 grams of protein, which is a really good amount. See here for 10 fabolous benefits of chickpeas. 

Coriander (kothmir, dhania) : Coriander is a fresh herb often used as a flavour enhancer in Indian cooking. It is mainly used as a garnish. This is the best way to use it - no cooking. This preserves its vitamin C content which helps to build our immunity and bring that sparkle to the skin. The antioxidants vitamin A, vitamin C and the quercetin present in coriander works towards strengthening our immune system. Coriander is a fairly good source of iron and folate – the 2 nutrients which help in the production and maintenance of red blood cells in our blood. Good for reducing cholesterol and good for diabetics. Read 9 benefits of coriander to understand details. 

Milk, Low Fat Milk, Milk powder : 1 cup of milk provides 70% of the Recommended Daily Allowance of Calcium. Milk promotes strong bones. The Calcium in Milk helps to protect your teeth against gum disease and keeps your jaw bone strong and healthy. Milk is low in carbs and therefore does not raise blood glucose levels. However diabetics must consider including low fat milk as advised by their dietitian only so as to avoid any fluctuations in blood sugar levels. Protein is another key nutrient which milk is rich in - 8.6 g from a cup. So all those looking to build protein stores can add milk and its products like curd and paneer to their diet. One cup of Milk gives 10 grams of carbs.  Low fat milk has lower fat and the same benefits of milk. 

Brown Rice : The glycemic indiex of brown rice is lower than white rice Therefore, brown rice is good for people with diabetes if consumed in limited quantities. Being a good source of fibre that reduces high cholesterol levels and prevents atherosclerosis and good for  your heart. It can be opted by people on weight loss occasionally in very small quantities along with some vegetables. It is rich in thiamine and niacin, which are involved in energy metabolism reactions. See article is brown rice good for you? 

Can diabetics, heart patients and over weight individuals have Kabuli Chana Biryani?

Yes, this recipe is good for diabetics, heart and weight loss. For diabetics consume in limited quantity. Kabuli Chana which is used popularly in Chole in India is a complex carbs which prevents surges in blood sugar levels and is good for diabetics. Chickpeas are high in Fibre resulting in your stomach feeling a lot fuller than refined carbs. The glycemic indiex of brown rice is lower than white rice Therefore, brown rice is good for people with diabetes if consumed in limited quantities.

What is a healthy accompaniment to this khichdi?

We suggest you pair it with homemade curds using cows milk or low fat curds

Basic Homemade Curd, Dahi Or Yogurt Using Cow's Milk