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Biryani
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Biryani

Biryani is a fragrant rice dish layered with vegetables and spices, often served at special occasions. This dish is loved for its complexity and rich flavors—a true crowd-pleaser.

Ready in 90 minutes · serves 4 · 700 calories per serving · indian cuisine.

90
min total
4
servings
700
cal / serving
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Ingredients

  • 2 cupsBasmati rice
  • 1 poundchicken
  • 2 mediumonion
  • 1 largetomato
  • 1/2 cupyogurt
  • 2 tablespoonsbiryani spices
  • 1/4 cupcooking oil
  • 1/4 cupcilantro
  • 4 cupswater
  • a pinchsaffron

Instructions

  1. 01

    Marinate chicken with yogurt and spices for at least 1 hour.

  2. 02

    Cook onions in oil until golden brown.

  3. 03

    Add marinated chicken and cook until browned.

  4. 04

    Layer partially cooked rice over the chicken, adding water and saffron.

  5. 05

    Cover and simmer on low heat for 30-40 minutes.

Recipe via Weeknight Win

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