Name: Cinnamon and Clove Muglai Mutton Biryani with Spiced Potato
Total time: 62 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Keralan Indian
Ingredients: 500g mutton or beef; 2 cups basmati rice; 1 onion, sliced; 2 tomatoes, chopped; 1 green chili, slit; 1 tbsp ghee; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1 tsp turmeric powder; 1 tsp coriander powder; 1/2 tsp cardamom powder; 1/2 cup coconut milk; 1/4 cup saffron threads; Salt to taste; 2 whole potatoes, peeled and halved; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/2 tsp ground cloves

Cinnamon and Clove Muglai Mutton Biryani with Spiced Potato

Sweet cinnamon with warm clove for aromatic complexity.

62 minutes4 servings

Method

Before cooking, stir in ground cinnamon and ground cloves into the pot with other ingredients.
Marinate meat with turmeric, coriander, salt, and green chili for 30 minutes.
Rinse rice and soak for 30 minutes. Drain.
In a pot, heat ghee, add cumin seeds, onions, and tomatoes. Sauté until soft.
Add marinated meat, rice, coconut milk, saffron, and spices. Cook on low heat until water is absorbed.
For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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