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Lamb Biryani

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A delicious and aromatic South Asian dish made with marinated lamb, basmati rice, and a blend of rich spices.
Servings 4 people
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 1 minute
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Ingredients
  

  • 500 grams Lamb Cut into pieces
  • 2 cups basmati rice Soaked for 30 minutes
  • 3 tablespoons ghee Or vegetable oil
  • 2 onions Thinly sliced
  • 2 teaspoons ginger garlic paste
  • 1 cup Yogurt Whisked
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3 cloves
  • 4 cups water
  • to taste salt

Instructions
 

  • Marinate the lamb pieces in yogurt, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Set aside for at least 30 minutes.
  • Heat ghee in a large pot. Fry the sliced onions until golden brown and crispy. Remove half of the fried onions and set aside for garnish.
  • Add the ginger garlic paste to the remaining onions and sauté for a few minutes.
  • Add the marinated lamb pieces and cook until the lamb is browned and the spices are well mixed.
  • Add the bay leaves, cloves, and garam masala. Sauté for a few more minutes.
  • Add the soaked basmati rice and water. Mix well and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer until the rice and lamb are cooked through and the water is fully absorbed, about 20-25 minutes.
  • Garnish with the reserved fried onions and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg
Calories: 430kcal
Meal Type: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern Cuisine
Keyword: biryani, lamb, South Asian cuisine
Cooking Method: Baked
Time: 30-45 Min
Level: Easy