बिरयानी (Hyderabadi Biryani)

Layered rice dish with spices and marinated meat.

Ingredients

• 3 cups basmati rice
• 1 kg chicken
• 1 cup yogurt
• 3 tbsp biryani masala
• a few strands saffron

Method

1. Marinate chicken with yogurt, spices, and salt.
2. Cook rice until 70% done.
3. Layer rice and marinated chicken in a pot.
4. Simmer under 'dum' cook for 30 minutes.
5. Serve hot with raita or salad.

Chef's tips

• Use good quality long-grain basmati rice.
• Test the rice doneness frequently.