Biryani Rice Recipe Recipe

Name: Biryani Rice Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups water less 2 tbsp; 3/4 cup basmati rice or longgrain rice; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 1 x salt to taste; 1/2 pound chicken cut into small pieces; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 large onions chopped; 1/2 teaspoon ginger paste; 1/2 teaspoon garlic paste; 1 teaspoon cumin ground; 1 teaspoon coriander ground; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 1 each bay leaves; 2 each cloves; 2 each cardamom pods; 1 pinch cinnamon; 1 small tomatoes quartered; 1 small potatoes peeled and quartered; 3 tablespoons yogurt, plain; 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups water less 2 tbsp
3/4 cup basmati rice or longgrain rice
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 x salt to taste
1/2 pound chicken cut into small pieces
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onions chopped
1/2 teaspoon ginger paste
1/2 teaspoon garlic paste
1 teaspoon cumin ground
1 teaspoon coriander ground
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 each bay leaves
2 each cloves
2 each cardamom pods
1 pinch cinnamon
1 small tomatoes quartered
1 small potatoes peeled and quartered
3 tablespoons yogurt, plain
1/4 teaspoon saffron threads

1
Wash rice well until the water runs clear and put in a small saucepan with the water.
2
Bring it to a boil on high heat, then cover reduce heat to gentle simmer until all the water is absorbed.
3
The grains should be tender but firm.
4
Set aside uncovered.
5
Heat oil in a large saucepan (medium heat), add onions and fry until golden around the edges, add garlic and ginger.
6
All at once add all the spices and fry one minute longer.
7
Add all other ingredients except saffron.
8
Add salt to taste.
9
Cover and cook on low heat until chicken is tender, stirring occasionally (about 1/2 hour).
10
There should be very little liquid remaining in the pan.
11
(During cooking a little water may be added if necessary to avoid sticking).
12
Add half the prepared rice, spreading it evenly over the mixture, drizzle one tbsp of oil over it and add the saffron mixed into two teaspoon of milk.
13
Cover with remaining rice, cover and cook on very low heat for ten minutes.
14
Serve accompanied with whipped, lightly sweetened yogurt.
15
The chicken could be substituted with 1/2 pound of mixed vegetables.

430

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups water less 2 tbsp, 3/4 cup basmati rice or longgrain rice, 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, 1 x salt to taste, and more.

Yes, Biryani Rice Recipe 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.

Biryani Rice Recipe

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