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Lime and Coriander Kozhikode Biryani with Rice and Meat

Name: Lime and Coriander Kozhikode Biryani with Rice and Meat
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Keralan Indian
Ingredients: 500g mutton; 300g basmati rice; 1 large onion, sliced; 2 tomatoes, chopped; 2 green chilies, slit; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1 tsp garam masala; 1/2 tsp turmeric; 1/2 tsp red chili powder; 1 cup plain yogurt; 1/2 cup water; 10 cashew nuts; 10 raisins; 2 tbsp ghee; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 teaspoon fresh coriander leaves

A zesty and fresh twist with a bright citrus note and herbal undertones.

32 minutes4 servings

Method

Stir lime juice and coriander leaves into the pot during the final 5 minutes of simmering, just before adding the rice.
Marinate mutton with yogurt, turmeric, red chili powder, and garam masala for 1 hour.
In a pot, heat ghee, add cumin seeds, then onions, tomatoes, and green chilies. Cook until onions are golden.
Add marinated mutton, cook until browned. Add rice, water, cashew nuts, and raisins. Cover and simmer on low heat for 20 minutes.
Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

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