Vegan Tofu Biryani

Name: Vegan Tofu Biryani
Ingredients: 1 cup basmati rice; 1 1/2 cups water; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 medium onion, minced; 4 large garlic cloves, finely minced; One 2-inch piece of ginger, peeled and very finely minced; 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (fresh, if in season, or canned); 4 green cardamom pods; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon garam masala; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 6 ounces medium firm tofu, diced; 2 tablespoons raisins; 3 tablespoons slivered almonds