How to make biryani ?

Biryani

 rice, meat, and spices. There are many different types of biryani, and the ingredients and cooking methods can vary depending on the region and the cook.

Here is a simple recipe for chicken biryani:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups basmati rice
• 1 lb. boneless chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 onions, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tbsp. ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp. cumin powder
• 1 tsp. coriander powder
• 1 tsp. garam masala
• 1 tsp. red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp. turmeric powder
• Salt to taste
• 4 tbsp. vegetable oil
• 2 tbsp. ghee
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
• 2-3 green chilies, slit
• 2 cups water

Instructions:

1. Rinse the basmati rice in cold water and soak it in water for 20 minutes.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan and sauté the sliced onions until they are golden brown. Remove them from the pan and set aside.
3. In the same pan, add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
4. Add the chicken pieces to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes until they are lightly browned.
5. Add the cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt to the pan and cook for a few minutes.
6. In a separate pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil and add the soaked rice. Cook the rice for 10-12 minutes until it is almost done.
7. Add the cooked chicken mixture to the rice and mix well.
8. Layer half of the rice and chicken mixture in a deep dish. Sprinkle half of the fried onions, cilantro, mint leaves, and green chilies on top.
9. Layer the remaining rice and chicken mixture on top of the first layer. Sprinkle the rest of the fried onions, cilantro, mint leaves, and green chilies on top.
10. Drizzle the ghee over the top layer and cover the dish with a tight-fitting lid.
11. Place the dish in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit and bake for 20-25 minutes.
12. Serve hot with raita or any side dish of your choice.

Enjoy your delicious homemade chicken biryani!