Biryanis are one of favorite dishes to make and enjoy. Introduced to Kenya from the Indian sub Continent during the colonial era.
This simple chicken biryani is elegant and full of flavors from the fragrant basmati rice, the spices and the meticulous cooking style it follows.
Please checkout the video for the detailed cooking directions and instructions.
For The Rice
1 bay leaf
1 cinnamon stick
4 green cardamoms
6 whole cloves
2 star anise
6 black peppercorns
1/2 tbs ghee
1/2 tsp vegetable oil (optional)
6 cups water or enough
Salt to taste
For the Chicken Marinade
4lbs chicken thighs, bone in , skinless, cut in half
1/2 c yogurt
1tbs garam masala
1 tbs spice mix ( coriander cumin and fennel )
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp chili powder
1 lemon , juiced and zested
salt and pepper
For the Cooking
1 large red onion , sliced
1/3 C vegetable oil
1 tbs Ghee
1.5 tbs Garlic /ginger paste
1 tsp garam masala
1 tsp spice mix ( coriander ,cumin, fennel)
1 tsp turmeric
1tsp chili powder
2 green chilis
1tbs cilantro, chopped
1tbs mint, chopped
1 bay leaf
1/2C Yogurt
1.5 C Chicken stock or water
1/3 C heavy cream
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Layering and Finishing
Reserved crispy onions
Cilantro
Mint
Turmeric slurry
Pinch saffron soaked in cream (optional) or Food color, red
Ghee
1tsp Rose water
Plating and Garnishing
Reserved crispy onions
Cilantro
Mint
Lemon juice and more to serve
4 авг 2024
