Malu Pulao (spicy Sri Lankan Fish Biriyani)
Malu Pulao, also known as Spicy Sri Lankan Fish Biriyani, is a flavorful and aromatic dish that combines fragrant rice with marinated fish, spices, and herbs. This traditional Sri Lankan recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a family meal.
Ingredients
- 500g fish fillets, cut into cubes
- 2 cups basmati rice, soaked and drained
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp ginger garlic paste
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 4-5 cloves
- 2-inch cinnamon stick
- 4-5 cardamom pods
- 1/4 cup chopped coriander leaves
- 1/4 cup chopped mint leaves
- 4 cups water
- Salt to taste
- 4 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the fish cubes with yogurt, ginger garlic paste, chili powder, and turmeric. Marinate for 30 minutes.
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil and add the cumin seeds, cloves, cinnamon, and cardamom pods. Sauté until fragrant.
- Add the sliced onion and cook until golden brown.
- Add the marinated fish and cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the chopped tomatoes, coriander leaves, and mint leaves. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Layer the soaked and drained rice over the fish mixture. Pour in the water and season with salt. Cover and cook until the rice is tender and the fish is cooked through.
- Fluff the pulao with a fork and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 45 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 380 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Large pot Bowl for marinating Cooking spoon Measuring cups and spoons
Tools
Fork Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Malu Pulao with a side of raita (yogurt dip) and papadums for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier version, increase the amount of chili powder according to your preference.
Cost
$15