Introduction:
Indulge your taste buds in a symphony of oceanic flavors with our delectable Prawn Biryani recipe. This seafood-infused biryani is a perfect blend of succulent prawns, aromatic spices, and fragrant basmati rice. Follow this step-by-step guide to create a culinary masterpiece that will transport you to the coastal realms of gastronomic delight.
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Ingredients:
2 cups basmati rice, soaked for 30 minutes
500g fresh prawns, deveined and cleaned
1 cup yogurt
2 large onions, thinly sliced
3 tomatoes, finely chopped
1/4 cup cooking oil
1/4 cup ghee (clarified butter)
1/2 cup fresh coriander, chopped
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
1 tablespoon biryani masala
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
Whole spices: 2 bay leaves, 4 green cardamom pods, 4 cloves, 2-inch cinnamon stick, 1-star anise
Salt to taste
Instructions:
1. Marinating the Prawns:
In a bowl, mix prawns with yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, biryani masala, red chili powder, and salt. Allow them to marinate for approximately 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the Rice:
Boil the soaked basmati rice until it's 70% cooked. Drain the water and set aside.
3. Sautéing Onions and Whole Spices:
In a large handi or deep pan, heat oil and ghee. Add cumin seeds and the whole spices (bay leaves, cardamom pods, cloves, cinnamon stick, star anise). Sauté until they release their aroma.
Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
4. Cooking the Prawns:
Introduce the marinated prawns to the pan with onions. Cook until the prawns are almost done, being careful not to overcook them.
5. Preparing the Prawn Masala:
Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften, forming a thick masala. Let the prawns absorb the rich flavors.
6. Layering the Biryani:
In the same handi, layer half of the partially cooked rice over the prawn masala.
Sprinkle half of the chopped coriander and mint leaves on top of the rice.
Repeat the process with the remaining rice, coriander, and mint leaves.
7. Dum Cooking:
Cover the handi with a tight-fitting lid. Cook on low heat (dum) for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and infused with the flavors of the prawn masala.
8. Final Touches:
Gently fluff the biryani with a fork, ensuring the layers remain intact.
Garnish with additional coriander and mint leaves.
Serve hot with a side of raita or a refreshing cucumber salad.
9. Enjoy the Seafood Extravaganza:
Revel in the medley of flavors as you savor the unique experience of Prawn Biryani. The tender prawns, aromatic rice, and spices create a seafood extravaganza on your plate.
10. Customization and Tips:
Adjust the spice levels to your liking by varying the quantity of red chili powder and biryani masala.
To enhance the aroma, consider adding a pinch of saffron strands soaked in warm milk before the final dum cooking.
11. Sharing the Culinary Joy:
Share this Prawn Biryani recipe with fellow seafood enthusiasts and relish the joy of preparing and savoring this dish together.
12. Bon Appétit!
Treat yourself and your loved ones to a culinary journey that combines the best of seafood and biryani traditions. Bon appétit!
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