AUTHENTIC HOMEMADE- PAKISTANI BEEF BIRYANI RECIPE (STEP-BY-STEP PHOTOS)

  HOMEMADE PAKISTANI BEEF BIRYANI 

Beef Biryani is a popular rice-based dish that originated in the Indian subcontinent but has become a beloved dish worldwide. This flavorful and aromatic dish is a combination of spiced beef and fragrant rice, layered together and cooked slowly to allow the flavors to meld together.

The dish begins with marinated beef, which is usually made tender by using yogurt and spices such as ginger, garlic, and green chilies. The beef is then cooked with more spices, including cumin, coriander, red chili powder, and turmeric, until it is tender and flavorful.

The rice used in biryani is typically basmati rice, which is known for its fragrant and nutty flavor. The rice is often soaked for 30 minutes before cooking to ensure that it cooks evenly and doesn't stick together. The beef and rice are then layered together in a pot, with each layer sprinkled with garam masala, a spice blend that adds warmth and complexity to the dish.

The pot is then covered and cooked slowly over low heat to allow the flavors to meld together and the rice to absorb all the aromatic spices. Finally, the dish is garnished with fresh cilantro and served hot, often accompanied by a side of raita, a yogurt-based sauce that helps cool the heat from the spices.

Beef Biryani is a hearty and comforting dish that can be enjoyed as a main course for lunch or dinner. It is a great choice for entertaining as it can be made in large batches and is always a crowd-pleaser. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, Beef Biryani is a dish that is sure to impress and satisfy.

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups Basmati Rice

500g beef, cut into small pieces

1 cup yogurt

1 onion, thinly sliced

2 tomatoes, chopped

2 tablespoons ginger paste

2 tablespoons garlic paste

2 green chilies, chopped

2 bay leaves

4-5 cloves

4-5 cardamom pods

1 cinnamon stick

1 teaspoon cumin seeds

1 teaspoon coriander powder

1 teaspoon red chili powder

1 teaspoon turmeric powder

1 teaspoon garam masala powder

Salt to taste

3 tablespoons cooking oil

Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

Rinse the rice thoroughly and soak in water for 30 minutes. Drain and set aside.

In a large pot or pressure cooker, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the whole spices - bay leaves, cloves, cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, and cumin seeds. Stir for 30 seconds.

Add sliced onions and cook until they are golden brown.

Add ginger paste, garlic paste, and green chilies. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they are soft and mushy.

Add the beef and mix well. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the meat is browned on all sides.

Add coriander powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Add yogurt and mix well. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the beef is tender and the gravy thickens.

In a separate pot, bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Add the soaked rice and cook for 8-10 minutes until it is 80% cooked. Drain and set aside.

In the same pot, layer the beef masala and rice alternatively. Cover the pot and cook on low heat for 10-15 minutes.

Sprinkle garam masala powder and chopped cilantro over the top before serving.

Your delicious beef biryani is now ready to serve!