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Indian Biryani is a famous and loved dish all over the world. A mixture of aromatic spices, flavorful rice, and tender meats, Indian Biryani is the ultimate comfort food. It is a one-pot dish that bursts with flavors and aromatic allure. While many believe biryani originated in the Middle East, it has become a staple in Indian cuisine. There are several regional variations of biryani, including Hyderabadi biryani, Lucknowi biryani, Kolkata biryani, and Malabar biryani.
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Recipe
Ingredients
Basmati rice
2 cups
chicken
500g
onions, finely chopped
4
tomatoes, finely chopped
4
ginger
2 tablespoons
garlic paste
Biryani masala
2 tablespoons
turmeric powder
1 tablespoon
red chilli powder
1 tablespoon
ghee (clarified butter)
1 tablespoon
plain yogurt
1/2 cup
salt
2 teaspoons
water
4 cups
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Directions
Step 1:
Rinse the basmati rice in clear, cool water until the water runs clear.
Step 2:
Saute onions in the ghee on medium heat in a large pot.
Step 3:
Add the ginger-garlic paste, biryani masala, turmeric powder, and red chilli powder.
Step 4:
Add the chicken to the pot and cook until it is no longer pink.
Step 5:
Once the chicken is fully cooked, add the chopped tomatoes and yogurt. Cook until the tomatoes are soft.
Step 6:
In a separate large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil and add the rinsed basmati rice. Boil the rice till it's 70% cooked then drain the water.
Step 7:
Layer the partially cooked rice over the chicken and spread it out evenly. Cover the pot and let it cook on low heat for about 20 minutes.
Step 8:
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve it hot.
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