To make mutton biryani, you will need the following ingredients:
- 2 lbs mutton (lamb or goat meat), cut into small pieces
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 cloves
- 2 cardamom pods
- 1 bay leaf
- Chopped fresh cilantro and mint, for garnish (optional)
Here is how to prepare the mutton biryani:
- Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until they are golden brown.
- Add the garlic and ginger and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the mutton to the pot and cook until it is browned on all sides.
- Add the garam masala, chili powder, turmeric, and salt and stir well to coat the mutton.
- Add the water and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the mutton is tender, about 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside.
- In a separate pot, heat the ghee over medium heat. Add the cinnamon stick, cloves, cardamom pods, and bay leaf and cook for a few seconds until fragrant.
- Add the rice to the pot and stir to coat it in the ghee.
- Add 2 cups of water and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, until the rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
- Once the mutton and rice are cooked, layer them in a large pot or casserole dish. Cover the dish with foil or a lid and place it in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and mint, if desired, and serve hot.
I hope you enjoy this mutton biryani recipe!
