Biryani Recipe
Aromatic rice dish with spices, chicken or vegetables.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Spices
Garnish
Others
Method
Preparation
- 1
Soak the Rice
Wash the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak in water for 30 minutes.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine chicken pieces, yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, biryani masala, turmeric powder, cumin seeds, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 1 hour.
Cooking
- 3
- 4
Cook Chicken
Add the marinated chicken and chopped tomatoes to the pot. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 10-15 minutes.
- 5
Add Water and Rice
Add 4 cups of water to the pot and bring to a boil. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the boiling water. Stir gently.
- 6
Simmer
Cover the pot with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for 20-25 minutes until the rice is fully cooked and water is absorbed.
Garnishing and Serving
- 7
Garnish
Once cooked, fluff the biryani with a fork. Top with chopped cilantro, mint leaves, fried onions, and serve hot.
