Mutton Biryani Recipe: A Flavorful Delight

Mutton Biryani Recipe: A Flavorful Delight

Mutton biryani is a classic dish loved by many for its rich aroma and taste. This recipe combines tender mutton pieces with fragrant basmati rice and a blend of spices, resulting in a mouthwatering meal perfect for gatherings or special occasions. Follow these steps to create your own aromatic mutton biryani at home:

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Ingredients:

For Marinating the Mutton:

• 500 grams of mutton, cut into pieces
• 1 cup of yogurt
• 2 tablespoons of ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon of red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon of garam masala powder
• Salt to taste

For the Rice:

• 2 cups of basmati rice, soaked for 30 minutes
• 4 cups of water
• 1 bay leaf
• 4-5 green cardamom pods
• 4-5 cloves
• 1-inch cinnamon stick
• Salt to taste

For Layering:

• 2 large onions, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup of chopped mint leaves
• 1/2 cup of chopped coriander leaves
• 1/4 cup of ghee or clarified butter
• Saffron strands soaked in 2 tablespoons of warm milk

Instructions:

1. Marinating the Mutton:

   • In a bowl, combine yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala powder, and salt.
   • Add the mutton pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated.
   • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavors to penetrate the meat.

2. Preparing the Rice:

   • In a large pot, bring water to a boil.
   • Add soaked basmati rice, bay leaf, green cardamom pods, cloves, cinnamon sticks, and salt.
   • Cook the rice until it's 70-80% done. Drain and set aside.

3. Layering the Biryani:

   • In a separate pan, heat ghee over medium heat.
   • Fry the sliced onions until they turn golden brown and crisp. Remove and set aside.
   • In the same pan, add the marinated mutton along with the marinade.
   • Cook until the mutton is tender and the marinade has thickened into a gravy-like consistency.
   • Now, in a large heavy-bottomed pot or handi, spread a layer of cooked rice.
   • Top it with a layer of cooked mutton along with some gravy, followed by a sprinkle of fried onions, chopped mint, and coriander leaves.
   • Repeat the layers until all the rice and mutton are used up, ensuring that the top layer is of rice.
   • Drizzle the saffron-infused milk over the rice.
   • Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and cook on low heat for about 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the rice to fully cook.

4. Serve:

   • Once done, gently fluff up the biryani with a fork.
   • Serve hot with raita, salad, or your favorite side dish.

Enjoy the aromatic and flavorful delight of homemade mutton biryani with your loved ones!