Delectable Gluten-Free Pakistani Breakfast Feast: Aromatic Shahi Tukra with Vegetable Biryani and Mango Lassi

Allergens

Dairy (Milk, Cream), Gluten-Free Bread

Ingredients

• 12 slices of gluten
• free white bread
• 3 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp ground cardamom
• 1/2 tsp saffron threads, crushed
• 1/2 tsp rose water
• Vegetable Biryani (recipe provided below)
• Mango Lassi (recipe provided below) Vegetable Biryani:
• 1 cup basmati rice, soaked for 30 minutes
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/4 tsp ground coriander
• 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/8 tsp ground cloves
• 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
• Salt, to taste
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, potatoes), diced
• 2 cups water or vegetable broth
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish Mango Lassi:
• 1 ripe mango, peeled and pitted
• 1 cup yogurt
• 1/4 cup cold water
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• Pinch of salt
• Ice cubes, as needed

Instructions

1. To prepare the Vegetable Biryani, cook the rice according to package instructions. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until golden brown. Stir in tomatoes, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, coriander, cinnamon, cloves, black pepper, and salt. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Add mixed vegetables and cook for an additional 3 4 minutes or until slightly tender. Add rice and water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed and rice is cooked through. Set aside.
3. To make Mango Lassi, blend mangoes, yogurt, water, sugar, salt, and ice cubes in a blender until smooth. Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
4. In a large bowl, combine milk, heavy cream, sugar, cardamom, saffron threads, and rose water. Soak the bread slices in this mixture for 10 minutes.
5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange soaked bread on a baking sheet and bake for 8 10 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
6. To assemble the Shahi Tukra, place two pieces of fried bread on each plate, drizzle with the milk mixture, and top with a generous scoop of Vegetable Biryani. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve with Mango Lassi.

Chef’s Insight

To achieve the perfect texture in Shahi Tukra, ensure that the bread is not too soggy, yet still retains a soft and crispy bite.

Notes

The gluten-free bread is crucial for those with dietary restrictions; otherwise, use regular white bread.