Hyderabadi Royal Biryani

About this recipe

This Hyderabadi Royal Biryani brings the exquisite flavors of India to your dinner table. Marinated in yogurt and spices, tender meat is layered with fragrant basmati rice and cooked to perfection. This biryani is a symphony of aromatic spices, perfect for a special occasion or a lavish family meal.

Ingredients

• 2 cups basmati rice
• 1 lb chicken or lamb, cut into pieces
• 1 cup yogurt
• 2 onions, thinly sliced
• 4 tomatoes, chopped
• 1/4 cup ghee
• 1/4 cup oil
• 1/2 tsp saffron strands, soaked in 1/4 cup warm milk
• 1/4 cup chopped mint leaves
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves
• 1/2 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp biryani masala
• 1/4 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
• Salt to taste
• Whole spices (cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, bay leaves)

Directions

1. 1

   Wash and soak the basmati rice for 30 minutes.

2. 2

   Marinate meat with yogurt, red chili powder, biryani masala, turmeric, ginger garlic paste, and salt. Let it rest for 30 minutes.

3. 3

   Heat ghee and oil in a large pot. Add whole spices and sauté until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add onions and cook until golden brown. Add tomatoes and cook until they soften.

5. 5

   Add marinated meat and cook until browned.

6. 6

   Layer the partially cooked rice over the meat mixture. Pour over saffron milk.

7. 7

   Cover the pot tightly with foil and a lid. Cook on high for 5 minutes, then medium for 15 minutes, and low for 10 minutes.

8. 8

   Let it stand for 10 minutes before serving hot with raita.