Name: Mint and Turmeric 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 teaspoon fresh mint leaves; 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric

Mint and Turmeric Kozhikode Biryani with Rice and Meat

A refreshing and vibrant addition, enhancing the dish's color and freshness.

32 minutes4 servings

Method

Add mint leaves and turmeric to the pot during the initial cooking of onions and tomatoes, allowing the flavors to meld into the base.
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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