Paneer Biryani

Beat the yoghurt in a bowl , add all ingredients except paneer , mix well. Now dip paneer cubes in the marinade and keep it aside for 1-2 hours.

Wash and soak rice in 2 cups of water for 30 minutes. Heat oil in a wok , add cumin seeds , bay leaf , star anise , cloves and cardamom . Stir for 2 minutes and add sliced onions . Fry the onions till dark brown in color. Take out 1/2 cup onions from it for further use.

Add coriander powder , red chilly powder , turmeric powder , garam masala and salt , mix and add tomatoes and green chillies. Cook till tomatoes are done .

Add soaked rice , 2 cups of water and marinated paneer along with the yoghurt marinade. Add the remaining fried onions over top . Cover the lid and pressure cook for 1 whistle. Open the lid and Serve hot.