Biriyani ( Basmati rice)

Ingredients (7)

• tomato170 kg
• green chillies18
• coriander powder1 tsp
• chilli powder1 tsp
• curd1 cup
• whole spices
• salt1 tsp

Method

1. 1

   Grind small onions, ginger, garlic, mint leaves, coriander leaves.

2. 2

   Heat ghee in a wide pan with whole spices.

3. 3

   Add the grinded paste cook well. ( if using big onions add it before the grinded paste)

4. 4

   Add chopped tomatoes and slit green chillies and saute till it becomes soft.

5. 5

   Add turmeric powder, Coriander powder- 1 tsp, Chilli powder -1 tsp, Jeera powder - ½ tsp, Garam masala -½ tsp, Pepper powder -½ tsp, Sombu powder - ½ tsp. Mix it well.

6. 6

   Add the Mutton/ Lamb pieces and cook in low heat for about 30 to 45 minutes. Meanwhile wash and soak the rice.

7. 7

   Once the Mutton is cooked. Check the amount of water in the pot, if not able to estimate, measure it in another pan taking the meat out.

8. 8

   After estimating add the coconut milk and required water and salt. ( the water content needed – 1 cup rice – 1.5 water). For calculating the water include the curd, coconut milk and lime juice.

9. 9

   Once the water boils add the rice and lemon juice. Keep in low flame and cook till all the water is absorbed.

10. 10

    Cover with aluminum foil and cover with the lid and place it in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.