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Beef Biryani

Cultural Context

Originating from the Indian subcontinent, Biryani is a fragrant rice dish layered with marinated meat and spices. Traditionally served at celebrations, it reflects a blend of Persian and Indian culinary influences, showcasing the region's rich history. Today, Biryani has countless regional variations, with each community adding its unique twist, making it a beloved dish across the globe.

IndianINmain
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 pound stewing beef cubed
½ cup vegetable oil
1 tsp whole cumin seeds
6-8 whole black peppers
3-4 laung (cloves)
1 black cardamom (optional)
1-1.5 inch piece cinnamon stick
2 medium sized onions (for 1 cup sliced)
2 thinly sliced green chillies
1 ½ tbsp ginger paste
2 tbsp garlic paste
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp red chilli powder
½ tsp turmeric powder
½-1 tsp red chilli flakes
1 tsp coriander powder
2 medium tomatoes diced
4-6 dried plums or aloo bukharay
2 medium potatoes cut into 1.5 inch pieces
1 tsp garam masala
2.5-3 cups rice
2.5-3 tablespoons salt
½ cup chopped cilantro
⅓ cup chopped mint (optional)
Juice of a lemon or lemon slices
1 tsp of yogurt mixed with 2 tbsp water
Rang/Yellow coloring
4-6 green chilies
handful of prefried onions (optional)

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: goat

Chicken is leaner and quicker to cook, while goat is often less expensive.

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Brown rice offers more fiber, while long-grain rice is budget-friendly.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats, while vegetable oil is more economical.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is thicker and creamier, while sour cream is often less expensive.

1

Wash rice to drain away excess starch and then soak and set aside.

2

Boil the rice in salted water when your potatoes are just done so that the rice is still warm when you layer it.

3

Heat ½ cup oil in saute mode instant pot and add your whole spices.

4

When they sputter and smell toasty add your onion and green chilies and cook till the edges of the onion are golden.

5

Now add your ginger and garlic paste, saute for a minute.

6

Add the spices, give it a quick mix.

7

Stir in the beef, sauteeing until the beef cubes are evenly browned.

8

Stir in your tomatoes, dried plums (if using), and 1.5 cup of hot water.

9

Pressure cook (manual) for 15 minutes, the meat should be cooked through, but not tender.

10

Quick release then add the potatoes and put it back to pressure for 4 minutes.

11

Quick release and then saute to dry up the excess liquid.

12

Taste and adjust seasoning - you want a little salty and a little spicy - if you have not used dried plums add lemon juice at this point along with your garam masala, half your mint, cilantro, chilies.

13

Layer half the rice in the pot you used to cook it, then the meat masala, then scatter remaining cilantro, mint and chilies over top and follow it by the remaining half of the rice.

14

Mix a little food color with yogurt and drizzle over top.

15

Cover the pot and cook on the lowest heat for 25 minutes.

16

Use a flat spoon or a small plate and gently mix it to avoid breaking the rice and serve with raita and kachumbar.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingfryinglayeringslow-cooking

Equipment Needed

Instant Pot

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

BiryaniMutton Biryani

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