World’s best Chicken Biriyani

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I have stumbled upon the ultimate recipe for the most exceptional biriyani in the world. Believe me when I say that I have sampled countless biriyanis, but none even come close to this extraordinary recipe.

Let me take you back to a time when I had just welcomed my third baby into the world. Craving a delectable and flavorful biriyani, I discovered a home-based business that specialized in delivering butter chicken biriyani. Yes, you heard it right, Butter chicken biriyani. This was recommended to me by a friend on Instagram, so I decided to give it a shot, hoping it would satiate my longing.

Unfortunately, the biriyani arrived a whopping two hours late, leaving me famished by the time it finally reached my doorstep. To my dismay, it fell short of my expectations. The dish had an excess of white-colored rice, even after vigorously mixing it. The masala was lacking, failing to impart that much-desired flavor.

Perhaps no other biriyani can ever satisfy me again because I have experienced the epitome of biriyani excellence. Allow me to introduce you to “Mom’s biriyani.”

Mom’s biriyani is an explosion of flavors. Not a single grain of white-colored rice can be found in this masterpiece. The delightful aroma of coriander, combined with sautéed onions and cashew nuts fried in ghee, generously garnishes the basmati rice, which is cooked in milk and surrounded by chicken masala. Every bite is a gustatory delight, and you’re missing out on an extraordinary experience.

Typically, this biriyani is accompanied by four additional items:

1. Tomato and onion salad
2. Pappadam
3. Priya’s ginger pickle
4. Elastic waist pants (optional)

The tomato and onion salad is a simple yet delightful recipe. Diced onions and tomatoes are mixed with a ratio of 1:3 cups of mayonnaise to yogurt. Don’t forget to season it with salt and pepper.

 Introducing Mom’s Easy Chicken Biriyani Recipe:

Ingredients:

• basmati rice – 2 cups
• chicken – 1 kg
• Curd – 2 tbsp
• garam masala
• chilli powder
• salt
• turmeric
• tomato puree – 2 tbsp
• ghee
• ginger and garlic paste – 3 tsp
• onions – 4 large
• cumin seeds
• milk – 1 cup
• coriander leaves
• cashew nuts
• lemon juice

First Step:

1. Marinate 1 kg chicken in the following mixture:

• 2 tbsp curd
• 3/4 tsp garam masala
• 2 tsp chilly powder
• 2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 2 tbsp tomato puree
• 2 tsp ghee
• 2 heaped tsp ginger garlic paste

2. Heat 2 tbsp ghee in a pan, then add 1/2 tsp cumin seeds and 2 large thinly sliced onions. Sauté until the onions turn light golden. Add the marinated chicken and cook on low heat until the chicken is nearly done and has about half a cup of gravy remaining. No additional water is needed except for about 1/4 cup to rinse off the marinade.

Second Step: Soak 2 cups of rice. Cook the rice separately using the following method:

• Heat 1 tbsp ghee in a pot.
• Add 1/2 tsp cumin seeds and 1 tsp ginger garlic paste.
• Add the drained rice and mix well.
• Then, add 3 cups of boiling water along with 1 cup of hot milk, 1 tsp salt, chopped coriander leaves, and 1/2 tsp garam masala.
• Mix everything and add it to the rice.
• Cook covered for 10 minutes, then switch off the heat and leave the lid on.

Third Step – Fry Onions and Cashew Nuts separately. Fry onions till they are slightly crispy.

Fourth Step – Layer and Slow Cook:

• Start by adding a layer of rice to a deep pot.
• Sprinkle 1 tsp ghee and some chopped coriander leaves on top.
• Next, add the cooked chicken with its gravy, fried onions, and a little lime juice.
• Repeat the layering process with another layer of rice, chicken, etc.
• On the topmost layer of rice, sprinkle ghee, chopped coriander leaves, and fried onions.
• Close the pot tightly and seal the edges with foil to trap the steam.
• Slow cook on very low heat for 30 to 45 minutes.
• Switch off the heat and open the pot only when it’s time to eat.
• Mix well and add the fried onions and nuts before serving.

You’re welcome! Enjoy Mom’s Easy Chicken Biriyani!