If there is one dish that foodies unanimously love, it has to be Biryani. An array of spices combined with rice cooked in a one-pot style, biryani tugs at our heartstrings every time. Over the years, Biryani has lent itself to countless variations and versions across various regions of India. There’s the royal Awadhi biryani from Lucknow, tantalising fish biryani from Malabar and the lip-smacking chicken biryani from Hyderabad. Even our Bollywood celebrities love Biryani and we have proof of the same. Actress Bhumi Pednekar recently took to Instagram to share a photograph of a yummy vegetarian Biryani that she enjoyed recently. The surprise ingredient used in it will pique your curiosity! Take a look:

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“Bhindi Biryani,” wrote Bhumi Pednekar in her story. She also tagged chef Akshay Arora for the meal, giving it full marks. Those who follow Bhumi Pednekar closely would know that she turned vegetarian during the lockdown period. She gave up eating animals in a bid to do her bit for the planet and hasn’t looked back since. This Bhindi biryani was one of the interesting and delightful dishes that she recently devoured! Slivers of fried onion could be spotted in the picture of the Biryani that was garnished with fresh coriander leaves.

If Bhumi Pednekar’s Biryani indulgence has left you drooling, worry not – we have just what you need. These six scrumptious biryani recipes are not just ideal for a lavish indulgence experience, but also completely vegetarian.

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_{Veg biryani is a classic and toothsome dish that can be made in many ways.}

Meanwhile, Bhumi Pednekar had recently engaged with her fans and followers in an Instagram Ask-Me-Anything (AMA) session. A fan asked her what she eats on a typical day, to which she responded with an array of images. “I’m a foodie and vegetarian (best decision ever). But I love clean simple gut relaxing food when I’m working. But when I’m not it’s everything guilt-free,” she said.

Read the full story here.

On the work front, Bhumi Pednekar was last seen in ‘Badhaai Do’ alongside Rajkummar Rao. The film got great reviews from audiences and critics alike. Her next film is called ‘Govinda Naam Mera’ with actors Vicky Kaushal and Kiara Advani. Projects like ‘Raksha Bandhan’ and ‘Bheed’ are also lined up for Bhumi Pednekar.

About Aditi AhujaAditi loves talking to and meeting like-minded foodies (especially the kind who like veg momos). Plus points if you get her bad jokes and sitcom references, or if you recommend a new place to eat at.