Jul 13 2026
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Shrimp Biryani Recipe

Inspired by KS Kitchen
Time1h
Serves4

Tender shrimp cooked with aromatic spices and basmati rice.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Spices

Liquids

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Rinsing the Rice

    Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes and then drain.

  2. 2

    Preparing the Shrimp

    In a bowl, marinate the shrimp with turmeric powder, red chili powder, and a pinch of salt for about 15 minutes.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sautéing Onions

    In a large pot, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until they are golden brown.

  2. 4

    Adding Spices

    Add cumin seeds to the onions and sauté for a minute. Then, add ginger-garlic paste and cook for another minute until fragrant.

  3. 5

    Cooking Shrimp

    Add the marinated shrimp to the pot and cook for about 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turn pink.

  4. 6

    Adding Tomatoes and Biryani Masala

    Stir in the diced tomatoes and biryani masala. Cook until the tomatoes soften.

  5. 7

    Adding Rice and Water

    Add the soaked and drained basmati rice to the pot. Pour in the water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.

Finishing Touches

  1. 8

    Resting

    Once cooked, turn off the heat and let the biryani sit covered for 10 minutes.

  2. 9

    Garnishing

    Fluff the biryani with a fork, then garnish with chopped cilantro and fried onions before serving.

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