Mutton Biryani

Mutton biryani is a flavorful and aromatic dish that is popular in Indian cuisine. It is made with tender mutton pieces and fragrant basmati rice, cooked with a blend of spices and herbs.

Mutton Biryani

Ingredients

  • 500g mutton, cut into pieces
  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 2 green chilies, slit
  • 1/4 cup chopped mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup chopped coriander leaves
  • Whole spices: bay leaf, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon biryani masala
  • Salt to taste
  • 4 cups water
  • 3 tablespoons ghee or oil

Instructions

  1. Wash the basmati rice and soak it in water for 30 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat ghee or oil in a large pot. Add the whole spices and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add the sliced onions and cook until golden brown.
  4. Add the mutton pieces and cook until they are browned on all sides.
  5. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, garlic, ginger, green chilies, and yogurt. Cook for 5 minutes.
  6. Add the turmeric powder, red chili powder, biryani masala, salt, mint leaves, and coriander leaves. Mix well.
  7. Layer the soaked rice over the mutton mixture. Pour water over the rice.
  8. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes, or until the mutton is tender and the rice is 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 Tight-fitting lid

Tools

Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the mutton biryani with raita, salad, and papad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For best results, marinate the mutton with yogurt and spices for a few hours before cooking to enhance the flavor.

Cost

$20