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Saffron and Orange Gujarati Biryani

Name: Saffron and Orange 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 saffron strands; 1 tbsp orange zest

A floral, citrusy note with saffron and orange zest for brightness.

62 minutes4 servings

Method

Before layering the rice, mix saffron and orange zest into the rice.
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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