CHICKEN BIRYANI RECIPE FOR BACHELORS

Components of Biryani
A typical recipe contains four main ingredients: rice, meat, marinade, and spices.

Rice: long grain aromatic white rice, such as basmati, is the most popular. But there are additional options, which we touch on below.

Meat: regional variations exist based on the protein source that is easily available. Shrimp and seafood are more common in coastal regions, whereas meat (chicken, lamb, mutton, goat, beef) is used in the inland regions.

Marinade: a yogurt-spiced marinade is a classic approach, as the yogurt helps tenderize the meat prior to cooking. That being said, variations exist among regions.

Spices: spices are added during the cooking process to add as much flavor as possible. The spices can be whole or ground, and vary with each version. Commonly used spiced include cumin, coriander, and garam masala.

Aromatics: this includes soaked saffron, fresh herbs, whole spices, fresh ginger, and garlic. This further adds to the depth of the dish.

Fried Onions: caramelized onions are usually added on top of the rice before steam cooking, along with nuts and herbs.

For Vegetarian Biryani: Paneer, eggs, potato, and assorted vegetables are popular choices for meatless biryani.