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Chicken Biryani

Fragrant basmati, spiced chicken, herbs and the drama of dum-style layering.

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Serves 4–5Prep 25 minCook 45 min

Method

  1. Soak rice 20 minutes. Marinate chicken with yogurt, ginger-garlic, turmeric, chilli, biryani masala and half the herbs.
  2. Brown onions in oil/ghee; reserve a handful.
  3. Add whole spices, tomato and chicken marinade. Cook until chicken is about 80% done.
  4. Boil rice in salted water until about 70% cooked; drain.
  5. Layer rice over chicken with reserved onion, mint and coriander.
  6. Cover tightly and cook on very low heat 15–20 minutes; rest 10 minutes before opening.

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