Mintt Special Chicken Biryani Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare Ingredients

   Wash basmati rice thoroughly and soak it in water for 30 minutes. Chop the mint leaves, cilantro, and onions.

2. 2

   Cook the Chicken

   In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds, cardamom, cloves, and bay leaves. Once they crackle, add the sliced onions and sauté until golden. Stir in ginger-garlic paste and cook for another 2 minutes.

3. 3

   Add Spices

   Add the biryani masala, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and chopped tomatoes. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes soften.

4. 4

   Incorporate Chicken and Yogurt

   Add the chicken pieces and yogurt to the mixture. Mix well, cover, and let it cook on low heat for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.

5. 5

   Cook the Rice

   In a separate pot, bring water (4 cups) to a boil. Add soaked basmati rice and salt to taste. Cook until the rice is 70% done, then drain the water.

6. 6

   Layer the Biryani

   In the pot with cooked chicken, layer the 70% cooked rice. Top with chopped mint and cilantro. Cover tightly and cook on low heat for another 20-25 minutes until fully cooked.

7. 7

   Serve

   Once cooked, fluff the biryani gently with a fork. Serve hot with raita or salad.