How a Pakistani Chef Makes Traditional Chicken Biryani | Passport Kitchen | Epicurious

chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Skinless chicken is lower in fat, while chicken thighs are often cheaper than breasts.

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Brown rice is more nutritious, while long-grain rice is typically less expensive.

Marinate chicken with yogurt, ginger, garlic, and spices for at least 30 minutes.

Fry sliced onions in oil until golden brown, then remove half for garnishing.

Add marinated chicken to the pot and cook until browned.

Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook until soft.

Layer partially cooked basmati rice over the chicken mixture.

Sprinkle fried onions, cilantro, and mint on top of the rice.

Cover the pot tightly and cook on low heat until rice is fully cooked and flavors meld.

Serve hot with raita or salad.

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