Sindhi biryani recipe and cooking method

 Sindhi biryani recipe and cooking method

Sindhi Biryani is a flavorful and aromatic dish that's a staple in Sindhi cuisine. Here's a recipe and cooking method to help you make this delicious dish:

Ingredients:

For the Rice:

• 2 cups Basmati rice
• 4 cups water
• 2-3 green cardamom pods
• 1-2 bay leaves
• 1-2 cloves
• 1 tsp caraway seeds (shah jeera)
• Salt to taste

For the Meat Marinade:

• 500 grams (1 lb) mutton or beef, cut into pieces
• 1 cup yogurt
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• Salt to taste

For the Biryani:

• 2-3 large onions, thinly sliced
• 2-3 tomatoes, chopped
• 1-2 green chilies, slit
• 1/2 cup mint leaves
• 1/2 cup cilantro (coriander leaves), chopped
• 2-3 tbsp biryani masala or garam masala
• 1/2 cup cooking oil or ghee
• 1 cup potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks (optional)
• 1/2 cup fried onions (for garnish)
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup milk with saffron strands (optional)

Cooking Method:

1. Prepare the Rice:

1. Rinse the Basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. Soak the rice in water for about 30 minutes.
3. In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add cardamom pods, bay leaves, cloves, caraway seeds, and salt.
4. Add the soaked rice to the boiling water and cook until it's 70% cooked (the rice should still be a little firm). Drain and set aside.

2. Marinate the Meat:

1. In a large bowl, mix the yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and salt.
2. Add the meat pieces to the marinade and mix well. Allow it to marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight in the refrigerator.

3. Cook the Meat:

1. Heat oil or ghee in a large, heavy-bottomed pan or pressure cooker.
2. Add the sliced onions and cook until they turn golden brown.
3. Add the marinated meat and cook on medium heat until it starts to brown.
4. Add the chopped tomatoes, green chilies, and potatoes (if using). Cook until the meat is tender and the oil starts to separate from the masala. This should take about 30-40 minutes in a pan or 15-20 minutes in a pressure cooker.

4. Layer the Biryani:

1. In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, start by layering half of the cooked meat mixture at the bottom.
2. Place half of the partially cooked rice on top of the meat layer.
3. Sprinkle half of the mint leaves, cilantro, and biryani masala over the rice.
4. Repeat with the remaining meat and rice, and top with the remaining mint leaves, cilantro, and biryani masala.
5. Drizzle lemon juice over the top and pour the saffron milk (if using) evenly over the layers.
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5. Dum Cooking:

1. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid or seal it with dough to trap the steam.
2. Place the pot on a low flame and cook (dum) for about 20-30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together and the rice to finish cooking.
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6. Serve:

1. Gently fluff the biryani with a fork.
2. Garnish with fried onions and serve hot with raita (yogurt sauce) or a side salad.

Enjoy your homemade Sindhi Biryani!