Simple Biryani
Tradiational biryani recipes often use many ingredients, some of which may be hard to find. This simple biryani recipe uses only a few ingredients, and can be made in just one pan, making a quick and easy meal.
Total Time
Prep: 10 minutes Cooking: ~30 minutes
Servings
4 servings
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
~30 minutes
300 g basmati rice, soaked in warm water for 30 minutes
600 g chicken, cut into pieces
1 large onion, chopped
30 g butter
1 bay leaf
1 tsp tumeric
3 cardamom pods
1 cinnamon stick
4 tbsp curry paste
100 g raisins
850 ml chicken stock
2 tbsp coriander
Wash the rice with cold water until it runs clear.
Cook the onion, cardamom pods, bay leaves, and cinnamon in the butter for 10 minutes.
10 minutes
Add the chicken, turmeric, and curry paste, and cook for 5 minutes.
5 minutes
Add the rice and raisins and then the chicken stock.
Cover the pan tightly and bring to the boil.
Reduce the heat to low and cook for 5 minutes.
5 minutes
Remove from the heat and rest for 10 minutes, allowing the rice to absorb any remaining moisture.
10 minutes
Stir in half the coriander and serve with the rest sprinkled over the top.
- •Add chopped chilli peppers to give a little more heat.
- •Sprinkle roasted nuts along with the coriander to provide a crunchy texture.