Spicy Rice Pilaf (sindhi Biryani Pulao)

Spicy Rice Pilaf, also known as Sindhi Biryani Pulao, is a flavorful and aromatic dish from Pakistani cuisine. It is a perfect combination of rice, spices, and meat, creating a delicious and satisfying meal.

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Spicy Rice Pilaf (sindhi Biryani Pulao)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 500g chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup yogurt
  • 4 tomatoes, chopped
  • 4 green chilies, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh coriander, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 1/4 cup cooking oil
  • 1/4 cup ghee (clarified butter)
  • 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1/4 teaspoon saffron strands (optional)
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash the basmati rice and soak in water for 30 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, heat the cooking oil and ghee. Add the cumin seeds and sliced onion. Saute until the onion is golden brown.
  3. Add the chicken pieces and ginger garlic paste. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink.
  4. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, green chilies, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes are soft and the oil separates.
  5. Whisk the yogurt and garam masala. Add to the pot and cook for 5 minutes.
  6. Layer the soaked rice over the chicken mixture. Sprinkle saffron strands on top, if using.
  7. Add 4 cups of water, cover the pot, and cook on low heat until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
  8. Garnish with fresh coriander and mint leaves. 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
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
40g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large pot Whisk Serving platter

Tools

Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Sindhi Biryani Pulao pairs well with raita (yogurt sauce) and salad.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the chicken mixture.

Cost

$15