6 Different Ramzan Special Recipe | New Ramadan Recipes 2026 | Iftar Special Recipe | New Recipe

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive

biryani masala

🥗Healthier: homemade spice mix

💰Cheaper: curry powder

Curry powder can be a more accessible option

fresh cilantro

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Dried cilantro can be used in a pinch

Heat cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering

Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute

Add chopped tomatoes and green chilies, cooking until tomatoes soften, about 3-4 minutes

Mix in yogurt and cook until well combined, about 2-3 minutes

Add chicken pieces, stirring to coat with the mixture

Sprinkle in biryani masala, coriander powder, cumin seeds, salt, and black pepper; mix well

Cook chicken until browned, about 8-10 minutes

Pour in water to cover the chicken, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes

Add bay leaves, cardamom, and cloves; stir well

Once chicken is tender, add rinsed rice, ensuring it's evenly distributed

Cover and cook on low heat until rice is fully cooked, about 20-25 minutes

Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving

Garnish with fresh cilantro and lemon juice before serving

Cooking Techniques

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