QUICK CHICKEN BIRYANI RECIPE | DESI STREET STYLE BIRYANI | MUST TRY | Pakistani Street Food

biryani masala

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: curry powder

Homemade blends can be healthier and tailored to taste.

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Brown rice adds fiber, while long-grain is often less expensive.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is lower in fat and higher in protein.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while thighs are more affordable than breasts.

Marinate chicken with yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, biryani masala, and salt for at least 30 minutes.

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

Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes.

Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add marinated chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 10-12 minutes.

In a separate pot, boil water and add soaked basmati rice and salt; cook until 70% done, about 5-6 minutes.

Drain rice and layer over the chicken in the pot.

Sprinkle chopped coriander, mint leaves, and food coloring over the rice.

Drizzle lemon juice over the top and cover the pot with a tight lid.

Cook on low heat for 25-30 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

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

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