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Prawn Biryani: A Seafood Delight

Hello, Cookeazy family! Hope you guys are doing well. Have you ever had Prawn Biryani. Yes you read it right Prawn Biryani. Aren't you exhausted of eating the same chicken biryani all the time. So, today I brought you the Prawn Biryani Recipe. This is a fragrant and flavorful dish that combines prawns mixed with the basmati rice, infused with a blend of spices. Whether you're are planning a dinner for someone special you can suprise them with this special dish. So, without a due let's start cooking this delightful recipe!



Why You’ll Love Prawn Biryani

Prawn Biryani is Flavorful which is a mixture of spices it is rich with the aromatic tantalizing flavor. Prawn biryani is easy to make which requires minimal ingredients, it is a complete meal that's both comforting and filling.

Ingredients

For the Biryani:

  • 500 grams prawns, cleaned and deveined
  • 2 cups basmati rice, soaked for 30 minutes
  • 2 onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 1/2 cup yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2-3 cloves
  • 2 green cardamom pods
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2-3 green chilies, slit
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil or ghee
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 cups water

For the Rice Layer:

  • 1/4 teaspoon saffron strands, soaked in 2 tablespoons warm milk
  • 1 tablespoon ghee or butter
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced and fried till golden brown (for garnishing)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Prawns

  1. Marinate the Prawns: In a bowl, mix the prawns with half of the ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, salt, and yogurt. Let it marinate for at least 15-20 minutes.


Step 2: Cook the Rice

  1. Boil the Rice: In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add salt, a few drops of oil, and the soaked basmati rice. Cook the rice until it's 70% done. Drain and set aside.

Step 3: Prepare the Biryani Gravy

  1. Heat Oil/Ghee: In a large, heavy-bottomed pan, heat the oil or ghee. Add cumin seeds, cloves, green cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, and bay leaf. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.
  2. Sauté Onions: Add the sliced onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
  3. Add Ginger-Garlic Paste: Stir in the remaining ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
  4. Add Tomatoes and Spices: Add the chopped tomatoes, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes are soft and the oil starts to separate from the mixture.
  5. Cook the Prawns: Add the marinated prawns to the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the prawns are tender and cooked through. Stir in the fresh coriander and mint leaves. Set aside.

Step 4: Layer the Biryani

  1. Layer the Rice and Prawns: In the same pan, spread half of the cooked rice. Layer the prawns and then the remaining rice on top. Drizzle the saffron milk and ghee over the top.
  2. Simmer: Cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid and cook on low heat for 15-20 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together. You can place a heavy weight on top of the lid to ensure the steam doesn’t escape.

Step 5: Garnish and Serve

  1. Garnish: Once done, gently fluff the biryani with a fork. Garnish with fried onions and additional mint leaves.
  2. Serve Hot: Serve the Prawn Biryani hot with raita, salad, or a side of your choice.



Happy cooking!

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