Pakistan's Most Famous Street Food Recipes by (YES I CAN COOK)

boneless chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken

Skinless chicken reduces fat while bone-in chicken is often less expensive.

biryani masala

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: curry powder

Homemade blends can be healthier and more flavorful.

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Brown rice offers more fiber, while long-grain rice is often cheaper.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and adds creaminess.

Marinate boneless chicken with yogurt, ginger, garlic, green chilies, and biryani masala for at least 30 minutes.

Soak basmati rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté sliced onions until golden brown.

Add marinated chicken to the pot and cook until it starts to brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften, about 3-4 minutes.

Add drained rice to the pot, followed by whole spices, and mix gently.

Pour in water and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.

Cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.

Remove from heat and let it rest, covered, for 10 minutes.

Fluff the biryani gently with a fork before serving.

Garnish with chopped cilantro, mint, and lemon juice.

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