Chicken Dum Biryani is a delicious and flavorful rice dish that is popular in India and other parts of the world. It is a perfect meal for special occasions and gatherings with family and friends. If you want to learn how to prepare chicken dum biryani, follow the step-by-step instructions below.
Ingredients:
- 500 grams of basmati rice
- 1 kg of chicken
- 2 cups of yogurt
- 1 cup of chopped mint leaves
- 1 cup of chopped coriander leaves
- 3-4 green chilies, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons of ginger garlic paste
- 2 tablespoons of biryani masala
- 1 tablespoon of red chili powder
- 2 teaspoons of turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
- 3 onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup of oil or ghee
- 2 cups of water
Instructions:
- Rinse the basmati rice and soak it in water for 30 minutes.
- In a large bowl, add the chicken, yogurt, mint leaves, coriander leaves, green chilies, ginger garlic paste, biryani masala, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- In a large pot, heat oil or ghee and add the sliced onions. Fry until golden brown and crispy. Remove half of the fried onions and keep them aside.
- Add the marinated chicken to the pot and fry for 10-15 minutes until it is cooked through.
- Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pot with the chicken. Add 2 cups of water and mix well.
- Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes, until the rice is fully cooked and fluffy.
- Once the biryani is cooked, turn off the heat and let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with the remaining fried onions.
Your delicious Chicken Dum Biryani is now ready to serve. It is best served with raita, pickle, or any other side dish of your choice. Enjoy!
