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Smoked Mutton Dum Biryani

Introduce

Chef :

Bethica Das

Smoked Mutton Dum Biryani

#nonv - Biryani is universally popular. Besides, mutton is a powerhouse of protein and iron and is absolutely necessary for our body. It is recommended for moderate consumption. So cook up this extremely flavorful smoked one-pot delicacy for your next party and serve along with just a simple raita as accompaniment.

Ingredient

600 gm

mutton with bones

to taste

salt

1 tsp

turmeric powder

1 tsp

red chilli powder

1 tsp

garam masala powder

1-2 tsp

lime juice

1 cup

yoghurt

1 tsp

coriander powder

1 tsp

cumin powder

2 tbsp

ghee

2 tbsp

oil

1 cup

rice, soaked for an hour

green chilies, chopped

2 tbsp

chopped coriander leaves

1 tsp

rose / kewra water

2 tsp

chopped mint leaves

2-3 tbsp

fried onions

small coal

8-10

roasted cashew nuts

pinch

saffron soaked in 2-3 tbsp. milk

Cooking instructions

* Step 1

Marinate mutton with salt, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, garam masala powder and lime juice for an hour.

* Step 2

Marinate again with yoghurt, coriander powder and cumin powder for another hour. Cook the rice till it is 3/4 done. Drain and keep aside.

* Step 3

Heat oil and ghee in a pan / kadai. Transfer the marinated mutton and cook, covered for 8-10 minutes on a low flame. Then pressure cook for 15-20 minutes on a low flame after the first whistle.

* Step 4

In a handi / saucepan layer the rice. Then arrange the cooked mutton pieces. Garnish with the chopped coriander leaves, mint leaves, fried onion, green chilies, cashew nuts, a ladleful of the mutton gravy, saffron milk and rose water.

* Step 5

Cover with a tight lid and cook on dum on a low flame for 10-12 minutes. Let it remain covered for 10 minutes more.

* Step 6

For the smoked flavour - place a foil / small steel container in the centre and place a leave charcoal in it. Drizzle the ghee over it and close with a lid for 2 minutes.