Meen Biryani (mangalorean Fish Biryani)
Meen Biryani, also known as Mangalorean Fish Biryani, is a flavorful and aromatic dish from the Dakshina Karnataka Cuisine. This biryani is made with marinated fish, fragrant spices, and long-grain basmati rice, creating a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 500g fish, cut into pieces
- 2 cups basmati rice, soaked for 30 minutes
- 1 cup yogurt
- 2 onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 4 green chilies, slit
- 1/2 cup mint leaves
- 1/2 cup coriander leaves
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 4 cloves
- 4 cardamom pods
- 1-inch cinnamon stick
- 3 tablespoons ghee
- Salt to taste
- 3 cups water
Instructions
- Marinate the fish pieces with yogurt, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Let it marinate for 30 minutes.
- Heat ghee in a large pot and add cumin seeds, cloves, cardamom pods, and cinnamon stick. Sauté until fragrant.
- Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Sauté for 2 minutes.
- Add chopped tomatoes, mint leaves, and coriander leaves. Cook until the tomatoes are soft.
- Add marinated fish and cook for 5 minutes.
- Layer soaked rice over the fish mixture. Add water, garam masala, and salt. Cover and cook until the rice is done.
- Once done, gently fluff the biryani with a fork and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 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 Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the Meen Biryani with raita, pickle, and papad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For best results, use fresh fish and adjust the spice levels according to your preference.
Cost
$20