Aatu Kari Biryani (chettinad Mutton Biryani)

Aatu Kari Biryani, also known as Chettinad Mutton Biryani, is a flavorful and aromatic dish from the Chettinad cuisine of Tamil Nadu, India. This biryani is known for its rich and spicy flavors, making it a favorite among biryani lovers.

Non Vegetarian Main Course Chettinad Biryani Mutton Spicy
Aatu Kari Biryani (chettinad Mutton Biryani)

Ingredients

  • 500g mutton, cut into pieces
  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 4 onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup yogurt
  • 4 green chilies, slit
  • 1/4 cup chopped mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup chopped coriander leaves
  • 1/2 cup ghee
  • 1/4 cup oil
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 4 cardamom pods
  • 6 cloves
  • 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 2 teaspoons red chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon biryani masala
  • Salt to taste
  • 4 cups water

Instructions

  1. Wash and soak the basmati rice in water for 30 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat ghee and oil in a large pot. Add cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, fennel seeds, and cumin seeds. Sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add the sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
  4. Next, add the mutton pieces and cook until they are browned on all sides.
  5. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, green chilies, mint leaves, and coriander leaves. Cook for a few minutes.
  6. Now, add the yogurt, turmeric powder, red chili powder, biryani masala, and salt. Mix well and cook for 5 minutes.
  7. Layer the soaked rice over the mutton mixture in the pot. Pour 4 cups of water over the rice.
  8. Cover the pot and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice and mutton are fully cooked.
  9. Once done, gently fluff the biryani with a fork and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
40g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pot Cooking spoon Measuring cups Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestions: Aatu Kari Biryani pairs well with raita, pickle, and papad.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Marinate the mutton with yogurt and spices for a few hours to enhance the flavor of the biryani.

Cost

$20