Name: Mint and Lemon Punjabi Chicken Biryani
Total time: 62 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Punjabi Indian
Ingredients: 2 cups basmati rice; 4 chicken thighs; 1 onion, sliced; 2 tomatoes, chopped; 2 green chilies, slit; 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1 tsp turmeric; 1 tbsp red chili powder; 1/2 tsp garam masala; 1/4 cup chopped coriander; 1/2 cup water; 2 tbsp oil; 1/2 tsp saffron strands; 1 tbsp chopped mint; 1 tbsp lemon juice

Mint and Lemon Punjabi Chicken Biryani

Adds a refreshing, zesty contrast to the rich flavors.

62 minutes4 servings

Method

Before layering rice, stir mint and lemon juice into the chicken mixture.
Soak rice in water for 30 minutes, drain.
In a pan, heat oil, add cumin seeds, then onions, tomatoes, chilies, and ginger garlic paste.
Add turmeric, red chili powder, and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in chicken, water, and cook for 10-15 minutes.
Add saffron, garam masala, and coriander, mix well.
Layer rice over chicken, cover, and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes.
Serve hot with raita or salad.
Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.

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