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Lucknowi Mutton Biryani
Important dum biryani tradition distinct from Hyderabadi style.
Duration
1h 10min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Beginner
Category
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Ingredients (15)
- basmati or local rice
- ghee or oil
- onion, sliced
- ginger-garlic paste
- turmeric
- salt
- cumin seeds
- cardamom
- bay leaf
- mutton, bone-in
- yogurt
- hot water or stock
- mint and cilantro, chopped
- warm milk or water with saffron
- fried onions
Preparation (6)
1
Step 1
Wash and soak the rice 30 minutes. Marinate the meat with yogurt, salt, ginger-garlic paste, chili, turmeric, and garam masala for at least 1 hour.
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2
Step 2
Part-cook the rice in well-salted water until 70% done; drain.
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3
Step 3
Cook the marinated meat with sliced onions until it is about 70% done and the masala is thick.
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4
Step 4
Layer meat and rice in a heavy pot, adding herbs, saffron milk or fried onion between layers.
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5
Step 5
Seal the pot tightly and cook on dum over low heat until the rice is fully done and aromatic.
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6
Step 6
Rest 10 minutes, fluff gently from the sides, and serve.
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