{"id":"recipe_d2e1f5bf83","slug":"indian-chicken-biryani","title":"Indian Chicken Biryani","description":"A classic, fragrant Indian rice dish made with marinated chicken, long-grain basmati rice, and a blend of aromatic spices, cooked using the traditional 'Dum' method for deep flavor.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":30,"cookMinutes":30,"totalMinutes":60,"activeMinutes":40},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500g chicken thighs, cut into pieces","name":"Chicken Thighs","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.1,"usUnit":"lb","form":"thigh pieces","notes":"bone-in preferred for flavor","group":"Marinade","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"400g Basmati rice","name":"Basmati Rice","quantity":400,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"cup","form":"dry","notes":"long-grain and aged","group":"Rice","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"120ml plain yogurt","name":"Yogurt","quantity":120,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"plain","notes":"full fat is best","group":"Marinade","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"2 large onions, thinly sliced","name":"Onion","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"sliced","notes":"red or yellow","group":"Aromatics","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"4 cloves of garlic, minced","name":"Garlic","quantity":4,"unit":"clove","usQuantity":4,"usUnit":"clove","form":"minced","notes":"part of ginger-garlic paste","group":"Marinade","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"45g ghee","name":"Ghee","quantity":45,"unit":"g","usQuantity":3,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"solid or melted","notes":"clarified butter","group":"Fats","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"2 tablespoons biryani masala","name":"Biryani Masala","quantity":30,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"powder","notes":"standard blend","group":"Marinade","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1 teaspoon salt","name":"Salt","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"fine","notes":"to taste","group":"Marinade","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"1/2 cup fresh mint leaves","name":"Mint","quantity":15,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"leaves","notes":"freshly chopped","group":"Garnish","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-10","original":"1/2 cup fresh cilantro","name":"Cilantro","quantity":15,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"leaves","notes":"freshly chopped","group":"Garnish","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a large bowl, mix the chicken with yogurt, minced garlic, biryani masala, and salt. Allow it to marinate for at least 30 minutes.","group":"Preparation","title":"Mix the chicken with yogurt, minced garlic, biryani masala, and salt","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Rinse the basmati rice until the water runs clear. Boil the rice in plenty of salted water until it is 70% cooked (still has a slight bite). Drain and set aside.","group":"Cooking Rice","title":"Rinse the basmati rice","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking Rice"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In a heavy-bottomed pot, melt the ghee and fry the sliced onions until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove half for garnishing.","group":"Aromatics","title":"In a heavy-bottomed pot, melt the ghee","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Aromatics"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"In the same pot with the remaining onions and ghee, add the marinated chicken. Sauté for 5 minutes until the chicken starts to change color.","group":"Braising","title":"Add the marinated chicken","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Braising"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Lower the heat and layer the partially cooked rice over the chicken. Sprinkle with mint, cilantro, and the reserved fried onions.","group":"Layering","title":"Lower the heat and layer the partially cooked rice","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Layering"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid or seal with foil. Cook on low heat (Dum) for 20 minutes. Turn off the heat and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.","group":"Dum Cooking","title":"Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid or seal","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Dum Cooking"}],"notes":"For the best results, use aged long-grain basmati rice. The 'Dum' method involves sealing the pot with dough or foil to trap the steam, which ensures the chicken remains succulent.","cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["Hyderabadi Biryani"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["braise","boil","simmer"],"equipment":["Heavy-bottomed pot","Mixing bowl","Sieve"],"diet":["high_protein"],"allergens":["milk"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"serving","note":"Large portions"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The chicken can be marinated up to 24 hours in advance for deeper flavor."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container.","reheatingNotes":"Microwave or steam on the stovetop with a sprinkle of water to maintain moisture."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_d2e1f5bf83%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=c7c31bd4-bcae-4be8-9700-e31d497cca6b","imageAlt":"Indian Chicken Biryani — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["spicy","fragrant","rice","chicken","traditional"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Indian Chicken Biryani","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T17:02:52.861Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T17:02:52.861Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_fb27e32ec2","slug":"curd-rice-thayir-sadam","title":"Curd Rice (Thayir Sadam)","description":"A comforting, creamy South Indian staple made with soft-cooked rice mixed with cool yogurt and tempered with aromatic spices, mustard seeds, and curry leaves.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["South Indian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","nut_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_fb27e32ec2%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=f4b6828b-7878-41e2-be3a-0eb61ce6a548","imageAlt":"Curd Rice (Thayir Sadam) — recipe cover","tags":["rice","yogurt","south indian","curd rice","thayir sadam","comfort food","vegetarian"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":13,"stepCount":6},{"id":"recipe_4f66a15443","slug":"lemon-rice-elumichai-sadam","title":"Lemon Rice (Elumichai Sadam)","description":"A vibrant, tangy, and aromatic South Indian classic made with fluffy precooked rice, fresh lemon juice, and a crunchy tempering of lentils, peanuts, and spices.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["South Indian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_4f66a15443%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=35e72f0f-1a06-4145-8088-dfcf951a6bfb","imageAlt":"Lemon Rice (Elumichai Sadam) — recipe cover","tags":["lemon rice","south indian","tangy","quick lunch","vegan indian","yellow rice"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":14,"stepCount":6},{"id":"recipe_c3ae6a52c8","slug":"moong-dal-khichdi","title":"Moong Dal Khichdi","description":"A comforting, wholesome Indian one-pot meal made with rice and yellow moong lentils, tempered with ghee and mild spices. 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