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Cumin and Lime Gujarati Biryani

Name: Cumin and Lime Gujarati Biryani
Total time: 62 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Gujarati Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup basmati rice; 500g chicken, cut into pieces; 1 onion, sliced; 1 tomato, chopped; 1/2 cup yogurt; 1/2 tsp saffron strands; 1/2 tsp garam masala; 2 cups water; salt to taste; 1/2 cup sliced almonds (optional); 1/2 tsp cumin seeds; 1 tbsp lime juice

A nutty, tangy twist with cumin and lime enhancing the spice profile.

62 minutes4 servings

Method

Before layering the rice, stir in cumin seeds and lime juice into the rice mixture.
Soak rice for 30 minutes. Rinse and drain.
Marinate chicken with yogurt, saffron, garam masala, and salt for 30 minutes.
In a pot, layer rice, chicken, onions, and tomatoes. Add water and salt.
Cook on low heat until rice is done and chicken is tender.
Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.

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