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Biryani Curry Rice

Course Main, Rice Dishes
Cuisine East Indian
Keyword biryai recipe, biryani curry rice, curry rice
Prep Time 3 hours
Cook Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 1.5 pounds chicken or your preferred protein
  • 2 onions
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • a thumb-sized piece of ginger
  • 2 tsps. ground coriander
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1 tsp. turmeric
  • 1 tsp. 1 teaspoon of garam masala
  • ½ tsp. chili
  • ½ cup plain yogurt
  • ½ cup chopped tomatoesa handful of fresh cilantro.

Instructions

  • Prepare the spice blend. Blend together ground coriander, ground cumin, turmeric, garam masala, and chili powder.
  • First, marinating the meat in a mixture of yogurt and spices for a few hours or overnight helps to tenderize it and allows the flavors to penetrate deeply.
  • In a large pot, cook the rice according to package instructions. You can choose water or homemade stock or broth .
  • In a separate pan, heat oil and sauté the onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant. Add the chicken and cook until browned. Mix in the spice blend, yogurt, and tomatoes. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Layer the cooked rice and the chicken mixture in a baking dish. This ensures that the flavors meld together perfectly.
  • Cover and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes. Once done, garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
  • Allow the biryani to rest for a few minutes after cooking allows the steam to redistribute and helps the flavors to meld.Enjoy this aromatic and flavorful biryani curry with naan bread or raita for a complete meal that will delight your taste buds.

Notes

Note: Using homemade stock or broth instead of water adds a rich and savory element to the dish.