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Mutton Biryani

Cultural Context

Mutton Biryani is a celebrated dish in Indian cuisine, known for its rich flavors and aromatic spices. It is often served during special occasions and festivals, reflecting the culinary heritage of the Mughal era. The dish varies by region, with each area adding its unique twist, making it a versatile and beloved meal across India.

IndianINmain
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
5 medium onions (sliced)
Oil for frying
750 gm mutton
1 cup whisked dahi (yogurt)
1 cup fried onions
2 tbsp ginger, garlic, and chili paste
2 tbsp ghee
2 bay leaves
2 tbsp chopped coriander
10-12 mint leaves
1 1/2 tbsp coriander powder
1 1/2 tbsp Kashmiri chili powder
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
2 tbsp biryani masala
2 slit green chilies
3 tbsp oil from the fried onions
Salt to taste
2 cups long grain basmati rice
2 liters water
1 tbsp chopped coriander
5-6 mint leaves
1 tbsp ginger, garlic, and chili paste
1 tbsp ghee
A few whole spices (cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, black pepper)
1/2 to 1 cup water for cooking the mutton
Chopped coriander
Mint leaves
Fried onions
1 tbsp kesar water (a pinch of saffron soaked in 3 tbsp warm milk)

mutton

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: goat meat

Chicken is lower in fat and calories, while goat meat is often less expensive.

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Brown rice is more nutritious, while long-grain rice can be more budget-friendly.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is usually cheaper.

1

Prepare Fried Onions: Slice the onions thinly and uniformly. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Fry the sliced onions in batches until golden brown and crisp. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil. Set aside.

2

Marinate the Mutton: In a large bowl, combine the mutton with whisked dahi, fried onions, ginger-garlic-chili paste, ghee, bay leaves, chopped coriander, mint leaves, coriander powder, Kashmiri chili powder, turmeric powder, biryani masala, slit green chilies, oil from fried onions, and salt to taste. Mix well to coat the mutton evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours.

3

Cook the Rice: Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Bring 2 liters of water to a boil in a large pot. Add salt, chopped coriander, mint leaves, ginger-garlic-chili paste, ghee, and whole spices. Add the rice and cook until 70% done (the grains should still have a bite to them). Drain the rice and set aside.

4

Cook the Mutton: Transfer the marinated mutton to a pressure cooker. Add 1/2 cup of water. Cook on high heat until you hear one whistle, then reduce the heat to low and cook for another 5-6 whistles. Once the pressure releases naturally, open the cooker and check if the mutton is tender and falling off the bone. If not, cook for a few more whistles.

5

Assemble the Biryani: Remove half of the cooked mutton and masala from the pressure cooker. Begin layering in the cooker: start with a layer of rice, followed by the mutton and masala, then sprinkle chopped coriander, mint leaves, and fried onions. Add another layer of rice and repeat the process. In the middle layer, drizzle the kesar water over the rice. On the top layer, pour the saffron milk evenly.

6

Final Cooking: Close the pressure cooker without the whistle and cook on low heat for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the rice to cook fully. Turn off the heat and let it sit for another 10 minutes before opening.

7

Serve: Gently fluff the biryani with a fork. Serve hot with raita, salad, or your favorite side dish.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingfryinglayeringsteaming

Equipment Needed

pressure cookerdeep pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

BiryaniMutton Pulao

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