Punjabi Biryanis Recipe
Aromatic basmati rice cooked with your choice of veggies or meat
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Ingredients
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Rice
Vegetables/Meat
Spices and Aromatics
Method
Preparation of Rice
- 1
Rinse and Soak Rice
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak it in water for 30 minutes, then drain.
- 2
Cook Rice
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the soaked basmati rice and salt. Cook for about 10-12 minutes or until the rice is 70% cooked. Drain and set aside.
Cooking the Vegetables/Meat
- 3
Sauté Onions
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until they are golden brown.
- 4
- 5
Layering and Final Cooking
- 6
Layer Rice
Spread the partially cooked rice over the chicken-veggie mixture evenly. Drizzle lemon juice over the top and garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
- 7
Cook on Dum
Cover the pot with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 25-30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the rice to finish cooking.
- 8
Serve
Once done, fluff the biryani gently with a fork, serve hot with raita or salad.
