Balouria Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Spices
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Rinse the Rice
In a large bowl, rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season them with salt and black pepper.
Cooking
- 3
- 4
Cook Chicken
Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the pot, cooking until they are browned on all sides. Stir in the coriander powder, turmeric powder, and the cinnamon stick.
- 5
Add Tomato Paste
Mix in the tomato paste, ensuring it coats the chicken evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- 6
Simmer with Broth
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes.
- 7
Add Rice
After 20 minutes, add the rinsed basmati rice to the pot. Stir gently to combine, then cover and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Serving
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Once the rice is fully cooked, remove the pot from heat. Fluff the rice with a fork, then transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
