CHICKEN STEAM ROAST RECIPE - RESTAURANT SPECIAL STEAM ROAST | EXTREME PESHAWAR STREET FOOD PAKISTAN

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

saffron

💰Cheaper: turmeric

Turmeric provides color at a lower cost.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based option, while thighs are more affordable.

spices

💰Cheaper: pre-mixed spice blends

Pre-mixed blends save time and money.

Marinate chicken with yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, spices, and lemon juice for at least 1 hour.

Slice onions and sauté in oil until golden brown.

Add marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Layer soaked rice over the chicken in the skillet.

Add water, bay leaves, cardamom, cinnamon, and saffron to the rice.

Cover the skillet tightly with a lid to trap steam.

Cook on low heat for 30-40 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.

Garnish with cilantro and mint before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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