Beriani Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Beriani
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 chicken (about 900gms); 1 tablespoon poppy seed; 1 clove garlic; 1 cup shallot, sliced; 1 teaspoon curry powder; 2 -3 teaspoons salt; 2 chilies; 1/2 coconut, grated; 5 to taste ginger; 4 tablespoons ghee; 5 cloves; 5 to taste cinnamon sticks; 10 cashew nuts; 10 almonds; 450 g long-grain rice

Servings: persons

1 chicken (about 900gms)
1 tablespoon poppy seed
1 clove garlic
1 cup shallot, sliced
1 teaspoon curry powder
2 -3 teaspoons salt
2 chilies
1/2 coconut, grated
5 to taste ginger
4 tablespoons ghee
5 cloves
5 to taste cinnamon sticks
10 cashew nuts
10 almonds
450 g long-grain rice

1
Cut chicken into 6-8 pieces.
2
Grind together garlic, ginger, chillies, poppy seeds, cashew nuts and almonds.
3
Heat ghee and fry cloves, cinnamon, shallots.
4
Add in the chicken pieces, 1 tsp salt, ground ingredients and curry powder.
5
Stir to mix and cook covered for 10 minutes.
6
Extract 1-2 cups coconut milk from coconut.
7
Add in salt.
8
Mixed with washed rice and cook it.
9
When the rice has absorbed all the milk, make a well in the center and put the chicken mixture.
10
Cover and allow rice to cook over very low fire.

2304

kcal

Calories

130

Fat

268

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 chicken (about 900gms), 1 tablespoon poppy seed, 1 clove garlic, 1 cup shallot, sliced, and more.

Yes, Beriani falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beriani

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Variations & substitutions

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