Sure, here's a recipe for Matan Biryani (chicken biryani) that serves 6-8 people:



Ingredients:

  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 3-4 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons ginger garlic paste
  • 2 tablespoons biryani masala powder
  • 1 tablespoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/4 cup chopped mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves
  • 1/4 cup fried onions
  • 1/4 cup ghee or clarified butter
  • Salt to taste
  • Water

For layering:

  • Fried onions
  • Chopped mint leaves
  • Chopped cilantro leaves
  • Saffron milk (optional)

Directions:

  1. Rinse the basmati rice in cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in cold water for 30 minutes.
  2. In a large pot, heat the ghee or clarified butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
  3. Add the ginger garlic paste and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add the chicken pieces and sauté until browned on all sides.
  5. Add the biryani masala powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt to taste. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add the plain yogurt, chopped mint leaves, chopped cilantro leaves, and fried onions. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pot. Mix well to coat the rice in the chicken masala mixture.
  8. Add enough water to the pot to cover the rice by about 1 inch. Bring the water to a boil.
  9. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked through and the liquid has been absorbed.
  10. Once the rice is cooked, let it sit for 5-10 minutes before fluffing it up with a fork.
  11. To assemble the biryani, layer half of the rice in a large serving dish. Top with fried onions, chopped mint leaves, chopped cilantro leaves, and saffron milk if using.
  12. Layer the remaining rice on top of the first layer. Again, top with fried onions, chopped mint leaves, chopped cilantro leaves, and saffron milk if using.
  13. Cover the dish with foil and place it in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  14. Once heated through, remove the dish from the oven and serve the biryani hot. Enjoy!

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