CHIKEN YAKHNI PULAO
Certainly! Here’s a simple recipe for Chilen Yakhni Pulao for 4 people:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 500g lamb or chicken, cut into pieces
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup yogurt
- 4 cups chicken or lamb broth
- 1/4 cup ghee or oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger paste
- 1 teaspoon garlic paste
- Whole spices (2-3 black cardamom, 4-5 green cardamom, 4-5 cloves, 1 cinnamon stick)
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
- Fresh coriander for garnish
Instructions:
- Wash the rice and soak it in water for about 30 minutes. Drain the water.
- In a large pot, heat ghee or oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until golden brown.
- Add the meat pieces and cook until they are browned on all sides.
- Add ginger and garlic paste, cook for 1-2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
- Mix in the yogurt, turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Add the whole spices and rice to the pot. Stir well to coat the rice with the spices.
- Pour in the chicken or lamb broth. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the rice is cooked and the meat is tender. This may take about 20-25 minutes.
- Once done, fluff the rice with a fork and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot.
Cooking time can vary, so it’s essential to check the tenderness of the meat and the doneness of the rice. Adjust the spices and salt according to your taste preferences. Enjoy your Chilen Yakhni Pulao!