Elementor #68 The Classic Biryani Chicken Biryani Ingredients (Serves 4–5)Main Ingredients 1 kg chicken, cut into medium pieces 500 g basmati rice 3 large onions, thinly sliced 2 tomatoes, chopped (optional) 1 cup plain yogurt (curd) 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste 3–4 green chilies, slit ½ cup fresh mint leaves ½ cup fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped 2 tbsp lemon juice 4 tbsp ghee 2 tbsp cooking oil Step 1In a large bowl, combine: 1 kg chicken 1 cup yogurt 2 tbsp ginger-garlic paste 1 tsp turmeric 2 tsp red chili powder 2 tsp coriander powder 1 tsp cumin powder 2 tsp garam masala 2 tsp biryani masala Salt to taste Lemon juice Half of the chopped mint and coriander.Mix well and marinate for at least 1 hour (overnight for the best flavor). Step 2Step 2: Fry the Onions Heat oil and ghee in a pan. Fry the sliced onions until golden brown. Remove and set aside. Reserve a little oil for cooking. Tab 1 Tab 3 Step 3: Cook the Chicken In the same pot, add the whole spices (bay leaves, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, cumin, peppercorns). Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add green chilies and tomatoes (if using). Add the marinated chicken. Cook on medium heat for 15–20 minutes until the chicken is about 80% cooked.
