Moghul Mutton Biryani - traditional recipe

What does it include?

Ingredients

• 1 kg lamb in pieces
• 480 ml basmati rice
• 60 ml coconut oil
• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, crushed
• 30 ml ginger, grated
• 15 ml turmeric powder
• 15 ml cumin powder
• 15 ml paprika powder
• 5 ml cardamom powder
• 5 ml cinnamon powder
• 5 ml clove powder
• 5 ml nutmeg powder
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
• Salt to taste
• Heated water, amount needed

How to prepare it step by step?

Preparation

1. Wash the rice well and let it soak for 30 minutes. Drain the water.
2. In a clay pot, heat the coconut oil and fry the onions until golden brown, releasing their sweet aroma.
3. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
4. Incorporate the spices: turmeric, cumin, paprika, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Stir well to combine.
5. Add the lamb, sautéing for 5 minutes until well coated with the spices and beginning to brown.
6. Mix in the rice, ensuring it's evenly coated with the spice mixture.
7. Arrange the lemon slices on top of the rice and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
8. Pour in enough water to just cover the ingredients, then cover the pot.
9. Cook over low heat for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the lamb is tender and the rice is fully cooked.