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Biryani
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Biryani

Biryani is a fragrant rice dish layered with spiced meat or vegetables, making it a show-stopping meal for special occasions. This version is tested by the community for authenticity and flavor.

Ready in 120 minutes · serves 6 · 700 calories per serving · indian cuisine.

120
min total
6
servings
700
cal / serving
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Ingredients

  • 2 cupsbasmati rice
  • 1 pound, cut into pieceschicken
  • 2 large, slicedonion
  • 2 tablespoonsginger-garlic paste
  • 3 tablespoonsbiryani masala
  • to tastesalt
  • 1/2 cupyogurt
  • 4 tablespoonsoil
  • 1/4 cup, choppedcoriander leaves
  • 1/4 cup, choppedmint leaves

Instructions

  1. 01

    Marinate chicken in yogurt, spices, and salt for at least 1 hour.

  2. 02

    Fry onions in oil until golden brown, then remove half for garnish.

  3. 03

    Add ginger-garlic paste and marinated chicken to the same pan, cooking until chicken is done.

  4. 04

    Layer partially cooked basmati rice on top of the chicken, adding water and herbs.

  5. 05

    Cover and steam-cook on low heat for 30-40 minutes.

  6. 06

    Garnish with fried onions and serve.

Recipe via Weeknight Win

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