Soak the basmati rice in cold water for 10 minutes. Drain, rinse and set aside.
Press saute button
Add the ghee to the pot.
When heated, add the cashew and raisins and roast it for a minute. Remove it in a bowl. we will be adding it after the biryani is cooked.
Add the whole spices and the sliced onions and sauté till the onions turn golden brown it will take 3-5 mins. Remove ¼ of the caramelized onion in a small bowl and keep it aside.
Add the garlic & ginger paste and stir well.
Add all the veggies and the yogurt and mix it well. add in the salt, red chilli powder, Turmeric and Garam masala.
Sprinkle the caramelized onion that we removed and the chopped cilantro, mint.
Add rice and water.
Close the lid, close the pressure valve and cook for 4 minutes at high pressure.
when done, release pressure, open the valve to release remaining pressure.( Do not let the biryani sit in the instant pot after its done , coz you will get mushy rice). Sprinkle the roasted cashew and raisin and garnish it with more cilantro and mint.
Serve it with cold Yogurt Relish / Raita .