Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani

Istruzioni

1. 1

   Wash and soak the basmati rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

2. 2

   Heat oil in a large pot and fry the sliced onions until golden brown. Remove half of the onions and set aside for garnishing.

3. 3

   Add ginger-garlic paste to the pot and sauté for a minute.

4. 4

   Add chicken pieces and cook until they are lightly browned.

5. 5

   Add yogurt, biryani masala, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Add chopped tomatoes and green chilies, and cook until the tomatoes are soft.

7. 7

   Add half of the mint and coriander leaves, and mix well.

8. 8

   In a separate pot, bring water to a boil, add the soaked rice, and cook until it's 70% done. Drain the rice.

9. 9

   Layer the partially cooked rice over the chicken mixture in the pot.